Land Development · Odisha
Contour Bunding- Subsidy in Odisha
Contour Bunding-
NABARD Unit Cost for Contour Bunding- in Odisha
Government-approved benchmark amount for land development financing
Contour Bunding- — 1.0 Ha 0.5-3.0% Slope, AverageSlope 1.5%, Vertical Interval 0.75 m & Horizontal Interval 43m
Eligibility for Contour Bunding- Subsidy in Odisha
Who can apply
- Individual farmers with land records (7/12, patta, or registered lease deed) in Odisha
- Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
- Agri-entrepreneurs and cooperatives for commercial-scale investments
- SC/ST farmers and women farmers (eligible for enhanced subsidy component of 5–10% additional)
Specification note
This unit cost applies specifically to: 1.0 Ha 0.5-3.0% Slope, AverageSlope 1.5%, Vertical Interval 0.75 m & Horizontal Interval 43m. If your investment differs in scale or configuration, ask your bank to identify the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.
How to Apply for Contour Bunding- Subsidy in Odisha
Step-by-step process
- Prepare a Detailed Project Report — Use the NABARD unit cost of ₹16,600 as the benchmark for a 1.0 Ha 0.5-3.0% Slope, AverageSlope 1.5%, Vertical Interval 0.75 m & Horizontal Interval 43m investment.
- Visit your bank in Odisha — Bring Aadhaar, land records (7/12 or patta), and the DPR to a nationalised bank, RRB, or PACS branch.
- Scheme linkage — The bank will link your application to PMKSY.
- Technical verification — A department officer inspects the asset after installation and submits a verification report to the sanctioning authority.
- Subsidy credit to loan account — The capital subsidy is deposited directly into your loan account, reducing the outstanding principal. Total processing time: 30–60 days.
Relevant central schemes:
Contour Bunding- Subsidy — State-wise Comparison
NABARD unit costs for Contour Bunding- across 2 states. Amounts reflect local input costs and state-level additions.
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- Contour Bunding₹32,750
- Contour Bunding₹60,000
- 20--30% slope₹1,40,880
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NABARD subsidy amount for Contour Bunding- in Odisha?
The NABARD unit cost for Contour Bunding- in Odisha is ₹16,600 (specification: 1.0 Ha 0.5-3.0% Slope, AverageSlope 1.5%, Vertical Interval 0.75 m & Horizontal Interval 43m). This is the benchmark amount banks use when sanctioning a term loan for this activity. The actual subsidy you receive depends on the scheme — typically 25–50% of the unit cost.
What does "1.0 Ha 0.5-3.0% Slope, AverageSlope 1.5%, Vertical Interval 0.75 m & Horizontal Interval 43m" mean for Contour Bunding-?
The specification "1.0 Ha 0.5-3.0% Slope, AverageSlope 1.5%, Vertical Interval 0.75 m & Horizontal Interval 43m" defines the exact scale or parameters of the investment — such as area in hectares, capacity in litres per day, number of animals, or structural dimensions. NABARD unit costs are tied to this specification; a different scale may have a different unit cost. If your project differs, ask your bank to use the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.
How do I apply for the Contour Bunding- subsidy in Odisha?
Step 1: Prepare a DPR for Contour Bunding- using the NABARD unit cost of ₹16,600 as the benchmark. Step 2: Visit a nationalised bank or RRB in Odisha with land records, Aadhaar, and the DPR. Step 3: The bank appraises and routes the subsidy claim through the Land Development department. Step 4: After physical verification, the subsidy is deposited into your loan account. Total processing time is typically 30–60 days.
Which government scheme covers Contour Bunding- in Odisha?
Contour Bunding- falls under the Land Development category. Relevant central schemes include various NABARD-refinanced schemes. Check the Apply section below for the specific portal and nodal department in Odisha.
Which state gives the highest subsidy for Contour Bunding-?
Odisha offers ₹16,600 for Contour Bunding-, which is among the higher rates across Indian states. The compare table below shows the exact amount in each state where NABARD has published a unit cost for this activity.
What is the loan repayment period for Contour Bunding- financing in Odisha?
NABARD-linked term loans for land development investments like Contour Bunding- typically have a repayment period of 5–9 years (including a moratorium of 1–2 years). The moratorium aligns with the gestation period of the investment — for example, a fruit orchard may take 3 years to yield income, so repayment begins after that. Exact tenure depends on your bank and the specific scheme.