Paddy Farming Cost and Profit per Bigha
Planning to grow paddy? These are average estimates for one West Bengal bigha (1,338 m², about 33 decimal), based on typical yield and market price.
| Total cost (investment) | ₹7,359 |
|---|---|
| Expected income | ₹13,848 |
| Estimated profit | ₹6,489 |
| Return on investment | 88% |
| Seed / planting material | 4.0 kg |
| Fertilizer (total) | 35 kg |
| Pesticide per season | 0.33 L/kg |
| Crop duration | 120 days |
| Average yield | 6.0 quintal |
Per acre the cost is about ₹22,258 and the income about ₹41,886. Different land size or price? Use the farming calculator.
Season and growing notes
Main crop is kharif: transplant June to July and harvest October to November. Boro (summer) paddy is transplanted December to January. Watch for stem borer, blast and brown plant hopper.
Pesticide and fertilizer figures are indicative. Get a soil test and follow the label and local agriculture officer advice.
Frequently asked questions
How much does paddy farming cost per bigha?
About ₹7,359 for one West Bengal bigha (1,338 square metres), based on average input costs. This includes seed, fertilizer, pesticide, labour and irrigation.
How much profit does 1 bigha of paddy give?
At an average yield of 45 quintal per hectare and a price of ₹2,300 per quintal, income is about ₹13,848 and profit about ₹6,489, a return of 88%. Actual results vary.
How much seed and fertilizer does 1 bigha of paddy need?
Roughly 4.0 kg of seed or planting material and about 35 kg of fertilizer (urea, DAP and MOP together). Follow your soil test for exact doses.
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