Estimates cover 757 districts out of 770.
Top ten districts account for about one‑tenth of total establishments, workforce and gross value added.
Women constitute at least one‑third of the workforce in 237 districts and over 50 % in 25 districts.
Productivity, measured as gross value added per worker, exceeds the national average in 280 districts.
The survey used a multi‑stage sampling method and computer‑assisted personal interviewing.
Results help policymakers design region‑specific support for small businesses.
The data highlights large differences in the number of shops, employment of women, and economic productivity across districts.
Top districts in Gujarat, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal contain a disproportionate share of establishments and workers.
These statistics aim to guide more targeted policy decisions.
Want to learn even more? Click here to read the full story!