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Distribution of Paddy during Kharif Season (2023)

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n Haryana, the north-western area has notable paddy agriculture, but the
northern, eastern, and central regions account for the majority of the
Istate's paddy production. This is consistent with the observation that S
paddy grows best in regions with high humidity, continuous sunshine, and a Scale
steady supply of water. The drainage patterns of the Ghaggar and Yamuna Kms
rivers are responsible for the favorable climate found in the northern, north- 0 12.5 25 50 75 100
western, and eastern regions. Additionally, the central region benefits from
proximity to the floodplains of rivers, ensuring a dependable water source for
irrigation and maintaining a relatively high water level. In Figure 64, it is
evident that there is little to no paddy cultivation in the southern and south-
western regions of Haryana. This can be attributed to the limited availability
of water resources and the arid nature of these regions, characterized by
desert-like conditions and a significant soil moisture deficit persisting
throughout the year. Graph 35 displays the acreage of paddy cultivation in
each district of Haryana, derived from the interpretation of Remote Sensing
(RS) data.

Given that paddy is a water-intensive crop, its cropping pattern not only
reflects the availability of water resources but also the utilization of water
across the state. Analyzing the cultivation pattern of paddy can help identify
areas experiencing water level stress where Ground Water is used for
irrigation. In regions where river water is utilized and a canal system is
accessible, it can help anticipate the underutilization or overutilization of
water resources. This information is valuable for policy-making, facilitating
optimal use and equitable distribution of water resources wherever possible.

Graph 35. District-wise Paddy crop area (2023)

Figure 64. Distribution of Paddy during Kharif season (2023).
Data Source-HARSAC
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