Statistical evaluation of regional level agricultural and socio economic development in Haryana

The present study examines inter-district development inequalities in Haryana and identifies key agricultural and socio-economic dimensions. More than fifty indicators for development use Composite index and main component analysis were used to access the development status (PCA). In addition, main component analysis (PCA) has been used to identify key agricultural and socio-economic development indicators. The study showed a considerable degree of inequality among all the districts, with Nuh being behind in both development sectors, but Gurugram and Faridabad were socioeconomically developed despite being behind in agriculture. Population densities in cities, industrial infrastructure and educational facilities have been identified as major factors in socioeconomic development. Karnal, Kurukshtera and Yamunanagar were agriculturally developed and percentage of cereals and food grain areas, yield, irrigation facilities and livestock were observed as major factors contributing to the development of the farming sector.