Rice (Paddy) in Uttarakhand: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Uttarakhand produced 5,85,542 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 2,16,056 ha (average yield 2,710 kg/ha) - #19 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -14% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 2,57,781 | 6,77,429 | 2,628 |
| 2020-21 | 2,57,251 | 7,24,429 | 2,816 |
| 2021-22 | 2,53,346 | 7,08,888 | 2,798 |
| 2022-23 | 2,48,842 | 6,33,984 | 2,548 |
| 2023-24 | 2,43,384 | 6,44,295 | 2,647 |
| 2024-25 | 2,16,056 | 5,85,542 | 2,710 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Uttarakhand (2024-25)
- Udham Singh Nagar: 3,64,841 tonnes (62%), yield 3,360 kg/ha
- Nainital: 38,060 tonnes (6%), yield 3,448 kg/ha
- Haridwar: 33,987 tonnes (6%), yield 2,557 kg/ha
- Bageshwar: 21,791 tonnes (4%), yield 1,680 kg/ha
- Dehradun: 21,349 tonnes (4%), yield 2,847 kg/ha
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India (final estimates), via UPAg. State figures are the sum of district estimates.
Rice (Paddy) Cultivation in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand is among the states that grow Rice (Paddy). Rice (Paddy) (धान / चावल) here is a cereal crop with a Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov) season (Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Uttarakhand's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Uttarakhand
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Uttarakhand during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹3,900 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Uttarakhand
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Dehradun Mandi. Compare rates across 2-3 mandis the same day, grade and clean your produce for 15-20% higher bids, and register on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Uttarakhand. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Uttarakhand Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Uttarakhand Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.