Tube Well Electricity Cost Estimator
Find out what your agricultural tube well costs to run each month. Enter the motor size, how long it runs daily, and compare the standard agricultural tariff with the Roshan incremental package — the comparison shows your possible savings instantly.
Motor and running schedule
Tariff rates (editable)
Water output (optional)
Details
This is an estimate. Taxes, fuel adjustment charges and fixed charges are extra. Confirm the current tariff on your electricity bill or the official portal of your distribution company.
How to use
- Enter your motor size in HP or kW, daily running hours and days per month.
- Check the tariff rates match your bill — they are editable when tariffs change.
- Optionally enter pumping hours per acre-inch and acres to see cost per acre-inch and per acre.
Note: Monthly units = motor kW x daily hours x days per month (1 HP = 0.746 kW). Cost = units x rate per unit. The Roshan package incremental rate applies to the extra units you consume over the reference period.
Tips
- Run the tube well during off-peak hours if your connection supports time-of-use billing.
- A worn pump or leaking delivery line wastes electricity — check discharge at least once a season.
- Levelled fields and mulching reduce pumping hours for the same irrigation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many units does a tube well motor use per month?
Monthly units equal the motor size in kW multiplied by daily running hours multiplied by days run per month. A 15 HP motor running 8 hours daily for 30 days uses about 2688 units.
Which tariff is cheaper for a tube well?
The tool compares the standard agricultural tariff with the Roshan incremental package rate so you can see which costs less for your running hours.
What does cost per acre-inch of water mean?
One acre-inch is the volume of water that covers one acre to a depth of one inch. The tool divides your monthly bill by the acre-inches pumped to give cost per acre-inch.
Are taxes included in the estimate?
No. Taxes, fuel adjustment charges and fixed charges are extra - confirm the current tariff on your electricity bill or your distribution company's official portal.