Journal of Extension Education

Socio -Economic and Demographic Characteristics of Kadar Tribe of Anamalai Tiger Reserve

P J Suviera, M. Priya — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This article provides a descriptive glimpse into the socio-economic and characteristics of the Kadar tribe who live in all six settlements within the Pollachi division of Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu viz., Kavarkkal, Nedungundru, Ethakuli, Erumparai, Theppakadu, and Udumanparai. The study reveals that the tribals have varying age distributions, gender and marital status. Primary education is the most common, with a significant portion engaged in agriculture. Low-income households rely on traditional livelihoods, and occupational diversity is limited. Access to government funds is limited, and housing consists of traditional 'kutcha' mud-houses.

From the Editor's Desk

Prathap D Puthira — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

From the Editor's Desk - 35(2); Common Service Centres in India

An Analysis of Expenditure Pattern of Farm Families in Prayagraj District of Uttar Pradesh

Pushpa Kumari, Sunita Dixit — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The study was conducted in the Chaka and Kundhiyama blocks situated in Prayagraj district of Uttar Pradesh, India. Altogether, 200 farmers were randomly selected from four villages of the selected blocks. The results of the study revealed that the average monthly family expenditure increased as the land size increased, except in the case of medium-sized farm-holders, as the average family size was larger than that of small-sized farm holders. The percentage of expenditure was found to be more on food; it was found that the percentage of the amount spent on food decreased as the income increased. The percentage of expenditure on food items decreased with the increase in holding size.

Determinants of Knowledge Level on Kiwi Cultivation Practices in Phek District of Nagaland

Sesote ü Mero, Deepa Thangjam — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The paper examines the knowledge level of kiwi growers and its determinants in Nagaland. The study was conducted among kiwi growers in Phek district of Nagaland during 2023-24 and the sample size was 120. A knowledge test index was adapted with suitable modification. More than half of the respondents were above 50 years of age, majority were illiterate, had marginal size of land under kiwi, had ‘medium’ farming experience and had an average annual income of Rs. 139391.67. The findings of the study concluded that majority of the respondents had ‘fair or moderate’ level of knowledge on kiwi cultivation and the determinants of knowledge level on kiwi cultivation were education, extension contact, training exposure & farming experience.

Vegetable Marketing Practices followed by Farmers in Dibrugarh District of Assam

Sushmita Deori, Rajalakshmi S — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Agriculture is crucial to India’s rural economy, with vegetable cultivation being a key component. This study focuses on 150 rural farmers in Assam’s Dibrugarh District, exploring their socioeconomic characteristics, marketing practices, factors influencing these practices and the barriers they experience. The rapid sale of vegetables, driven by their perishable nature, emerged as the most influential factor in farmers’ marketing practices. It was found that farmers face various barriers like perishability of vegetables, limited access to ICT tools and low level of knowledge. Findings revealed a significant association between socioeconomic characteristics and marketing practices.

Empowerment of Women through Microfinance in Chikmagalur District of Karnataka

Shobha S, Sumathi Dhandapani, Meenakshi S — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The present study was carried out to analyse the indicators of women empowerment and
evaluate the effectiveness of microfinance on women empowerment. Empowerment indicators were identified and analysed based on the responses of 60 SHG (Self-Help Group) women in Mudigere Taluk of Chikmagalur District of Karnataka state. The findings pointed the impact of microfinance on women empowerment based on women empowerment indicators using five-point Likert scale. It was concluded that women’s participation in microfinance empowers them in family, social and economic security in terms of decision making, mobility, ownership of assets and independent savings.

Challenges faced by Women Entrepreneurs in Coimbatore District of Tamil Nadu

R Jansi Rani, P. Kalaivani — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Women entrepreneurs frequently face challenges and problems while starting and developing their businesses. The objective of the study was to examine the problems and challenges women face in Coimbatore District of Tamil Nadu. For the sample of the study, the researcher identified fifty-five women who were involved in various enterprises. The main obstacles were found to be lack of work- life balance and lack of financial support.