Shifting Sands: Analyzing the Evolving Rural Occupational Landscape of Ajmer District, Rajasthan

Abstract

This study investigates the rural occupational structure of Ajmer district of Rajasthan. The research looks into the distribution of labour within several areas, including agriculture, industry, and services. From the use of secondary data from the 2011 India census, the predominance of agriculture in the rural economy is revealed while acknowledging swings toward non-agricultural activities which is mainly influenced by urbanization and government interventions. The workforce clearly split by gender, with males working in jobs that pay more and women mostly hired for lower-paying positions. This study provides information about the socioeconomic background of the Ajmer district, showing the need for policy makers to step in and encourage rural growth. The results clearly make a way to understand rural livelihoods and the policy makers can easily utilise these for a better rural transformation.