The Story of Village Palampur | Class 9 Economics Chapter 1

The Story of Village Palampur is the first chapter of Class 9 Economics and introduces the basic structure of a village economy. This chapter explains how people in a village earn their livelihood, how production takes place, and why farming alone cannot support the entire population. In this video, we begin by understanding Palampur as a model village where farming is the main production activity. Since land is a fixed and scarce resource, increased population puts pressure on farmers to produce more from the same land. This leads to the use of irrigation, modern farming methods, and capital-intensive techniques. The video explains how large farmers can afford better inputs, machinery, and irrigation due to higher income, while small and marginal farmers, who form the majority in India, struggle because of low profits and lack of capital. This difference creates inequality in agricultural production and income distribution within villages. We also explore why labour is the most abundant factor of production in villages and why many people gradually shift away from farming. The video clearly explains the rise of non-farm activities such as small manufacturing, transport services, shopkeeping, and other rural enterprises. It also discusses the role of credit and loans, especially the need for low-interest loans for small farmers and non-farm workers. This explanation helps in understanding important economic concepts such as: Factors of production Capital-intensive vs labour-intensive activities Role of land, labour, and capital Rural employment patterns Village economy and development This video is useful for students studying Class 9 Economics, as well as for anyone who wants to understand the basics of the Indian rural economy in a clear and logical manner. It also acts as a foundation for higher studies in economics and public policy.