Graph and download economic data for Employment to Population Ratio for India (SLEMPTOTLSPZSIND) from 1991 to 2024 about employment-population ratio, India, population, and employment.

In 2023, 43.51 percent of the workforce in India were employed in agriculture, while the other half was almost evenly distributed among the two other sectors, industry and services. While the share of Indians working in agriculture is declining, it is still the main sector of employment. A BRIC powerhouseTogether with Brazil, Russia, and China, India makes up the four so-called BRIC countries. They are the four fastest-growing emerging countries dubbed BRIC, an acronym, by Jim O’Neill at Goldman Sachs. Being major economies themselves already, these four countries are said to be at a similar economic developmental stage -- on the verge of becoming industrialized countries -- and maybe even dominating the global economy. Together, they are already larger than the rest of the world when it comes to GDP and simple population figures. Among these four, India is ranked second across almost all key indicators, right behind China. Services on the riseWhile most of the Indian workforce is still employed in the agricultural sector, it is the services sector that generates most of the country’s GDP. In fact, when looking at GDP distribution across economic sectors, agriculture lags behind with a mere 15 percent contribution. Some of the leading services industries are telecommunications, software, textiles, and chemicals, and production only seems to increase – currently, the GDP in India is growing, as is employment.

India Worker Population Ratio data was reported at 34.700 % in 2018. India Worker Population Ratio data is updated yearly, averaging 34.700 % from Jun 2018 (Median) to 2018, with 1 observations. India Worker Population Ratio data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Statistics Office. The data is categorized under Global Database’s India – Table IN.GBA009: Periodic Labour Force Survey: Annual: Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status.

India's agriculture sector was the leading industry in terms of employment in the financial year 2023 with the number of employees tallying over *** million. Meanwhile, the mining industry recorded almost *** million employees. The services sector is the next big sector in India after agriculture. Challenges facing the agriculture sector Agriculture is the mainstay of India’s workforce. It employs over 42 percent of India’s population. However, it is the lowest contributor to the country’s GDP when compared to other major sectors. Despite being one of the largest producers of crops in the world, agricultural productivity remains low. Key issues impacting productivity include the decreasing size of landholdings, dependence on monsoons, inadequate access to irrigation, lack of access to credit and finance for marginal farmers, inadequate agricultural infrastructure, vulnerability to market volatility, and climate change, among others. Service sector: Key GDP contributor The service sector contributes a lion’s share to India’s GDP. Driven by investments and a skilled workforce, India has now positioned itself on the global stage for services. Information technology, financial services, and communications are the key performing subsectors within the service industry. However, the rising labor productivity in the sector has reduced the demand for labor. This gap in output and employment parallels the disproportionately larger share of the service sector in GDP than employment.

Graph and download economic data for Age Dependency Ratio: Older Dependents to Working-Age Population for India (SPPOPDPNDOLIND) from 1960 to 2024 about 64 years +, working-age, ratio, India, and population.

Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) in India was reported at 46.56 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

Labor force, total in India was reported at 607691498 in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Labor force, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.

The female labor force participation rate in India increased by *** percentage points (*************) in 2024. While the growth is slowing down, with 32.8 percent, the rate is at its peak in the observed period. Female labor force participation is the share of women over 15 years who are economically active. For example, all women providing labor in a specific period for the production of goods and services.

The total non-working population in India amounted to over *** million in 2011. In particular, there were about *** million male and close to *** million female workers across the country during the same time period.

Labor Force Participation Rate in India remained unchanged at 50.40 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024 from 50.40 percent in the third quarter of 2024. This dataset provides - India Labor Force Participation Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Literate and upto Primary: Urban: Male data was reported at 81.800 % in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 81.600 % for 2023. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Literate and upto Primary: Urban: Male data is updated yearly, averaging 81.600 % from Jun 2018 (Median) to 2024, with 7 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 82.900 % in 2022 and a record low of 80.200 % in 2019. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Literate and upto Primary: Urban: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Labour Market – Table IN.GBA028: Periodic Labour Force Survey: Annual: Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: by State: Education Level: Literate and upto Primary.

In a survey conducted between July 2023 and June 2024, the rate of labor participation for the urban male population was over ** percent compared to the over ** percent rate among females. The rate of labor participation in rural areas was lower across genders.

India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Literate and upto Primary: Rural: Male data was reported at 88.500 % in 2024. This records a decrease from the previous number of 89.800 % for 2023. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Literate and upto Primary: Rural: Male data is updated yearly, averaging 86.900 % from Jun 2018 (Median) to 2024, with 7 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 89.800 % in 2023 and a record low of 85.100 % in 2018. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Literate and upto Primary: Rural: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Labour Market – Table IN.GBA028: Periodic Labour Force Survey: Annual: Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: by State: Education Level: Literate and upto Primary.

In 2025, the employability rate in the Indian city of Pune was estimated to be **** percent. It was followed by the southern Indian city of Bengaluru, with an employability of about ** percent. Bengaluru, was the most preferred city to work in the country.

Employment to population ratio, 15+, total (%) (modeled ILO estimate) in India was reported at 53.23 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Employment to population ratio, 15+, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on August of 2025.

India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education data was reported at 58.200 % in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 56.000 % for 2023. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education data is updated yearly, averaging 52.600 % from Jun 2018 (Median) to 2024, with 7 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 58.200 % in 2024 and a record low of 46.800 % in 2018. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Labour Market – Table IN.GBA026: Periodic Labour Force Survey: Annual: Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: by State: Education Level.

The total working population in India amounted to over *** million in 2011. In particular, there were about *** million male and close to *** million female workers across the country during the same time period.

India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Secondary: Urban: Male data was reported at 62.200 % in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 62.100 % for 2023. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Secondary: Urban: Male data is updated yearly, averaging 62.100 % from Jun 2018 (Median) to 2024, with 7 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 62.700 % in 2020 and a record low of 60.600 % in 2019. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Secondary: Urban: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Labour Market – Table IN.GBA030: Periodic Labour Force Survey: Annual: Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: by State: Education Level: Secondary.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the detailed breakdown of the count of individuals within distinct income brackets, categorizing them by gender (men and women) and employment type - full-time (FT) and part-time (PT), offering valuable insights into the diverse income landscapes within Indian Springs Village. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into gender-based income distribution within the Indian Springs Village population, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Employment patterns: Within Indian Springs Village, among individuals aged 15 years and older with income, there were 910 men and 973 women in the workforce. Among them, 511 men were engaged in full-time, year-round employment, while 339 women were in full-time, year-round roles.
• Annual income under $24,999: Of the male population working full-time, none fell within the income range of under $24,999, while 9.14% of the female population working full-time was represented in the same income bracket.
• Annual income above $100,000: 52.05% of men in full-time roles earned incomes exceeding $100,000, while 28.02% of women in full-time positions earned within this income bracket.
• Refer to the research insights for more key observations on more income brackets ( Annual income under $24,999, Annual income between $25,000 and $49,999, Annual income between $50,000 and $74,999, Annual income between $75,000 and $99,999 and Annual income above $100,000) and employment types (full-time year-round and part-time)

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Income brackets:

• $1 to $2,499 or loss
• $2,500 to $4,999
• $5,000 to $7,499
• $7,500 to $9,999
• $10,000 to $12,499
• $12,500 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $17,499
• $17,500 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $22,499
• $22,500 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $54,999
• $55,000 to $64,999
• $65,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Income Bracket: This column showcases 20 income brackets ranging from $1 to $100,000+..
• Full-Time Males: The count of males employed full-time year-round and earning within a specified income bracket
• Part-Time Males: The count of males employed part-time and earning within a specified income bracket
• Full-Time Females: The count of females employed full-time year-round and earning within a specified income bracket
• Part-Time Females: The count of females employed part-time and earning within a specified income bracket

Employment type classifications include:

• Full-time, year-round: A full-time, year-round worker is a person who worked full time (35 or more hours per week) and 50 or more weeks during the previous calendar year.
• Part-time: A part-time worker is a person who worked less than 35 hours per week during the previous calendar year.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Indian Springs Village median household income by race. You can refer the same here

India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Secondary and Above: Urban: Female data was reported at 23.800 % in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 22.100 % for 2023. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Secondary and Above: Urban: Female data is updated yearly, averaging 20.200 % from Jun 2018 (Median) to 2024, with 7 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 23.800 % in 2024 and a record low of 17.300 % in 2019. India Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: Education: Secondary and Above: Urban: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Labour Market – Table IN.GBA031: Periodic Labour Force Survey: Annual: Worker Population Ratio: Usual Status: by State: Education Level: Secondary and Above.