Best Bajra-Producing Indian States:  India is one of the largest producers of pearl millet, which is popularly known as Bajra in India. The reason for India being the largest Bajra producer is the diverse climate conditions and soil conditions that support its cultivation. Bajra is also known as one of the best drought-resistant crops in India, which makes it apt for semi-arid regions. Therefore, here is a detailed list of the top 10 bajra-producing states in India along with their contributions and key features in the area.

Check Out The List Of Top 10 Bajra-Producing States:

Rank State Production (000 Tonnes) Share (%)
1 Rajasthan 4,685.88 45.22
2 Uttar Pradesh 1,939.45 18.72
3 Haryana 1,019.11 9.83
4 Gujarat 913.15 8.81
5 Madhya Pradesh  656.58 6.34
6 Maharashtra 511.99 4.94
7 Karnataka 367.08 3.54
8 Tamil Nadu 185.13 1.79
9 Andhra Pradesh 58.20 0.56
10 Telangana 10.42 0.10

List Of Top 10 Bajra Producing States in India:

Rajasthan

Rajasthan produces almost 4,685.88 thousand tonnes of Bajra annually. Rajasthan is the leading producer of bajra because of its suitable climate and soil. The state produces almost half of India's total Bajra production, which is 45.22%, with major production in Nagaur, Barmer, and Jodhpur.

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh is the second largest producer. The most populated country in the world produces almost 1,939.45 thousand tonnes of Bajra yearly, with major production in Agra, Mathura, and Bareilly. Bajra varieties such as Nandi-32 are widely grown in UP.

Haryana

Haryana has a good climate for growing bajra crops, and the major production areas are Hisar and Mahendragarh. The state produces almost 1,019.11 thousand tonnes of bajra every year and contributes 9.83% production of bajra in the country.

Gujarat

Gujarat's soil is sandy and suited for bajra growth in places such as Banaskantha and Ahmedabad. The crop grows during three seasons, with almost 913.15 thousand tonnes of Bajra growth annually.

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh has a significant share in India's bajra yield, which is 6.34%. The prominent areas are Sheopur and Gwalior.

Maharashtra

Maharashtra's arid climate favours bajra cultivation in Pune and Nashik districts. The state produces around 511.99 thousand tonnes of bajra yearly.

Karnataka

Karnataka grows bajra primarily in dry regions with low soils. It only contributes 3.54% share of India’s total bajra consumption, with almost 367.08 thousand tonnes of bajra annually.

Tamil Nadu

Bajra is grown as a Kharif crop in Tamil Nadu's semi-arid tracts. The total production of the crop is only 185.13 thousand tonnes in the South Indian state.

Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh cultivates bajra in small amounts, mostly in sandy soils. The state contributes only a 0.56% share of nationwide cultivation and produces almost 58.20 thousand tonnes of bajra every year.

Telangana

Telangana has the least bajra production because of less favourable conditions, however, has a significant cultivation of 10.42 thousand tonnes yearly, which is 0.10% of total cultivation in the country.

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