Surveyed by:
PAN India at Maharashtra
Thanal at Kerala
Latest Survey: June 30, 2024
Licence: Open Data Licence
This survey sheds light on the work hours of Indian farmers. Out of 1,409 respondents, 20% (282 farmers) work more than 50 hours per week, showing the demanding nature of agriculture in the country.
Around 11% (156 respondents) reported working between 40 to 50 hours, while 7% (94 respondents) work between 30 to 40 hours weekly.
Meanwhile, 14% (192 individuals) indicated they work 10 to 20 hours, and 9% (129 farmers) work less than 10 hours.
A significant portion of respondents, 39% (552 farmers), did not provide information regarding their weekly working hours.
These figures reveal the considerable time investment required in Indian agriculture, especially for those working more than 50 hours.