A Comparative Analysis of The Agricultural Labourers in Karnataka: An Overview of Rural Savanur Taluka

This study examines the socio-demographic profile and Labour Partition patterns of rural architectural labourers in the Savanur block, Karnataka, based on primary data collected in 2025. The sample of 153 respondents revealed that male labourers constitute 53.6% and female labourers 45.8%, with a few Shares in other gender categories. Age distribution shows the highest participation among those aged 40- 50 (29.4%). Followed by 30 to 40 (24.2%), while younger (15-30) and older (50+) Age groups are less well represented. Maruti status beta indicates that 71.9% are married, 15.7% single, and 11.8% widowed, with widowers being extremely rare. Family structure in the sample is predominantly joined, with 68 0% of households being joined families and 32.0% nuclear. Drawing comparison with Karnataka state, a rising female labour participation rate in rural areas, A growing share of middle-aged labourers and changing family marital dynamics. The findings highlight both alignment and unique local variances in Savanur. The study suggests targeted interventions for underrepresented groups (youth, widowed, female labourers), Improvements in social support and infrastructure and policy measures that recognise the role of marital status and family type in shaping labour force participation.