Condition of labor in the carpet industry: A case study of Bhadohi District

India as a developing country faced the crucial problem of unemployment. In this context Small Scale Industry has best option for employment. It has played an important role in India’s GDP by contributing 8% of India’s GDP. India for its rich heritage of art and craft known all over the world. Each region of India depicts their own specialty. Similarly, Bhadohi district also known for its elegance, exclusive design, craftmanship, artisans and hand knotted carpet, Rugs across the world. This industry gave 22 lakh employment to the people and contribute significant role in the country’s rural economy. This study was undertaken to know the socio-economic conditions of labor in the carpet industry in Bhadohi district. This study revealed their monthly income, religion, gender frequency, education, employment and wage differentiation between male and female workers. This study presents that female worker faced financial problem, problem relating to their skill and unavailability of employment.