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Village and Khadi Industries in Kerala: Production, Sales, and Employment (2022-23)


Production Trends:

In 2023, the Khadi sector saw a decline in production, dropping from 60.01 to 34.16 units.
The Village Industries sector experienced significant growth in production, increasing from 101.36 to 155.22 units.
Sales Value Growth:

Both sectors saw an increase in the value of sales from 2022 to 2023.
The Khadi sector sales value rose from 34.16 to 51.3, while the Village Industries sector sales value increased from 155.22 to 164.79.
Employment in Khadi Sector:

Employment slightly decreased in the Khadi sector, from 12,706 in 2022 to 12,527 in 2023, indicating a minor reduction in workforce despite increased sales value.
Employment in Village Industries Sector:

Employment in the Village Industries sector rose from 40,862 to 43,350 between 2022 and 2023, aligning with its production growth and increased sales.