Agriculture Census Flashcards
Which Ministry released the 10th Agriculture Census 2015-16 ?
Agriculture Ministry
What are 4 main reasons for land fragmentation ?
- Natural Population Growth
- Inadequate Growth in off-farm
- High Indebtness
- Nuclear Families
What is the median agriculture income as per NSSO survey in 2012-13 ?
16-20K per month
How often is Agriculture Census conducted ?
Every 5 years
What is the basic statistical unit for data collection ?
Operational Holding
How many phases are there in the Census ?
3
What happens in the first phase ?
Data on primary characteristics and operational holdings based on social groups and gender
What happens in the second phase ?
Detailed Characteristics of operational holdings such as land use, irrigation status,
What happens in the third phase or Input Survey ?
Data on the pattern of input use by operational holdings is collected.
How many states account for 90% of the operational holdings ?
14
Has the operated area increased at an All India level ?
Yes, by 5%
Has the operated area increased in every state ?
No, it has declined in most states.
Why has the number of land holdings increased ?
Land fragmentation
What is the total number of operational holdings ?
146 million
What is the total operated area ?
157 Million Hectares
