Authors :
Tapan Kumar Biswas; Mostafa Kamal; Jumman Sani; Tanjina Shahid; Farah Tiyaba Tabassum; Fouzia Hossain; Shuma Roy
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 6 - June
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https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24JUN1500
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Abstract :
This study examines income diversification and
inequality among rural households in Bangladesh in 2022-
23, focusing on agricultural and non-agricultural sources
of income. The analysis includes three districts: Chadpur,
Sirajganj and Rajshahi, with specific economic activities.
Data were collected through household surveys that collect
income from agriculture, livestock, fishing, services and
industries, and demographic data. Rajshahi has the
highest income, due to high income from cattle, while
Chadpur has the lowest. The results show significant
income disparities, high levels of animal activity and
differences in economic activity between regions. Larger
houses in Rajshahi reflect changes in family structure. The
main challenges identified were land fragmentation,
climate change and limited access to finance and
infrastructure. Recommendations for policy interventions
include targeting support to low-income areas, investing in
livestock development, promoting income diversification,
improving infrastructure, strengthening climate
livelihoods, expanding access to finance, the adoption of
technology and the implementation of family planning
programs. These strategies aim to reduce income
inequality, improve economic opportunities and promote
sustainable development in rural Bangladesh.
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This study examines income diversification and
inequality among rural households in Bangladesh in 2022-
23, focusing on agricultural and non-agricultural sources
of income. The analysis includes three districts: Chadpur,
Sirajganj and Rajshahi, with specific economic activities.
Data were collected through household surveys that collect
income from agriculture, livestock, fishing, services and
industries, and demographic data. Rajshahi has the
highest income, due to high income from cattle, while
Chadpur has the lowest. The results show significant
income disparities, high levels of animal activity and
differences in economic activity between regions. Larger
houses in Rajshahi reflect changes in family structure. The
main challenges identified were land fragmentation,
climate change and limited access to finance and
infrastructure. Recommendations for policy interventions
include targeting support to low-income areas, investing in
livestock development, promoting income diversification,
improving infrastructure, strengthening climate
livelihoods, expanding access to finance, the adoption of
technology and the implementation of family planning
programs. These strategies aim to reduce income
inequality, improve economic opportunities and promote
sustainable development in rural Bangladesh.