Rising to a series high
India Silk Production per capita moved from 21.62 Gram in 2015 to 27.06 Gram in 2023 (+25.2%), an average of +2.8% a year. The series high was 27.06 Gram in 2023 and the low 21.22 Gram in 2016.
What India Silk Production per capita shows
India Silk Production per capita was 27.06 Gram in 2023, up 5.4% on 2022. India’s silk production per capita between 2015 and 2023 demonstrates an overall upward trend, reflecting gradual growth in silk output relative to the country’s large and expanding population. Silk production is an important part of India’s agricultural and sericulture sector, supporting silkworm rearing, mulberry cultivation, cocoon production, rural employment, textile manufacturing, and traditional handicrafts.
A 21.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2016) is 5.84 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +9.4% in 2019.
Ranks 2 of 18 countries covered
Among the 18 countries in this dataset, India ranks 2 for 2023, behind China (35.15 Gram) and Tajikistan (16.52 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 11.62 Gram, so India is above it.
Full series
India Silk Production per capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023Peak | 27.06 | +5.4% |
| 2022 | 25.66 | +7.5% |
| 2021 | 23.88 | −6.5% |
| 2020 | 25.54 | +0.6% |
| 2019 | 25.39 | +9.4% |
| 2018 | 23.21 | +4% |
| 2017 | 22.32 | +5.2% |
| 2016 Trough | 21.22 | −1.8% |
| 2015 | 21.62 | — |
Regional context
How India compares in Asia
Silk Production per capita by country, 2023, Gram. India is highlighted.
1China35.15
2India27.06
3Tajikistan16.52
4Vietnam14.43
5Kyrgyzstan6.78
6Thailand4.06
7Iran3.05
8Cambodia1.44
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems.
The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
About this indicator
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The per-capita indicator provides a population-adjusted measure of production and helps evaluate changes in the availability and performance of silk production over time.
The available data shows that India’s silk production per capita stood at 21.62 grams in 2015 and declined slightly to 21.22 grams in 2016. Production then recovered to 22.32 grams in 2017 and increased further to 23.21 grams in 2018. The upward trend continued in 2019, when the indicator reached 25.39 grams, followed by a marginal increase to 25.54 grams in 2020.
A temporary decline occurred in 2021, with silk production per capita falling to 23.88 grams. However, production recovered strongly to 25.66 grams in 2022 and reached 27.06 grams in 2023, the highest value recorded during the period. Overall, the indicator increased by 5.44 grams, representing growth of approximately 25.2% between 2015 and 2023. This long-term increase indicates improving silk production performance despite occasional year-to-year fluctuations.
Overall, the dataset highlights India’s positive and gradually expanding silk production trend on a per-capita basis. It is useful for analysing sericulture development, monitoring production performance, comparing India with other silk-producing countries, assessing changes in domestic silk supply, and supporting agricultural planning, textile-sector analysis, market evaluation, and long-term production forecasting.
- Indicator
- Silk Production per capita
- Country
- India
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is India Silk Production per capita?
Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
What was India Silk Production per capita in 2023?
India Silk Production per capita was 27.06 Gram in 2023, up 5.4% on 2022.
How has India Silk Production per capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
India Silk Production per capita moved from 21.62 Gram in 2015 to 27.06 Gram in 2023 (+25.2%), an average of +2.8% a year. The series high was 27.06 Gram in 2023 and the low 21.22 Gram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest India Silk Production per capita?
The highest value was 27.06 Gram in 2023 and the lowest was 21.22 Gram in 2016.
What does the India Silk Production per capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems. Excluded: The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
Where does the India Silk Production per capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Silk&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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