Abstract:
This study investigates the participation of rural
women in household and agricultural activities in five
villages of Pakundia Upazila of Kishoreganj. Data
from 110 respondents were collected through a
structured interview schedule. Findings revealed that
an overwhelming majority (96.36%) of rural women
actively participated in both household and agricultural
activities, with significant involvement in food
preparation and crop production. Socio-demographic
factors such as education, family size, and coping
capacity to household shocks positively influenced
their participation, while age showed a negative
correlation. However, family income and exposure to
communication media did not exhibit significant
effects. The study highlights the pivotal role of rural
women in maintaining household stability and
advancing agricultural productivity, emphasizing the
need for targeted policy interventions to enhance their
contributions.
