What are Millets Called in Hindi?

Why This Question Matters for Indian Moms

If you’ve ever read about millets online, you might wonder: “Millets kya hote hain? What do we call them in Hindi?”
Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Most Indian moms know bajra, jowar, ragi — but don’t always connect them with the English word “Millets”.

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Millets in Hindi – Local Names (टेबल फॉर्मेट)

English Name	Hindi Name (स्थानीय नाम)	Where Commonly Used
Pearl Millet	बाजरा (Bajra)	Rajasthan, Gujarat
Sorghum	ज्वार (Jowar)	Maharashtra, MP
Finger Millet	रागी/मंडुआ (Ragi/Mandua)	Karnataka, Uttarakhand
Foxtail Millet	कांगनी (Kangni)	South India
Barnyard Millet	सामक/सांवा (Samak)	Navratri Fasting
Little Millet	कुटकी (Kutki)	MP, Chhattisgarh
Kodo Millet	कोदो (Kodo)	Bihar, MP
Proso Millet	चेना/बार्री (Chena/Barri)	Eastern India
Amaranth (Pseudo)	राजगिरा (Rajgira)	All India (Fasting)

 

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Why Knowing Hindi Names Helps Moms

• 🥗 Shopping Made Easy – Whether at local kirana or supermarket, you’ll find millets in Hindi names.

• 🧑🍳 Cooking for Family – Many traditional recipes use bajra, jowar, samak.

• 🌱 Cultural Connect – Navratri fasts, winter foods, kids’ nutrition all revolve around these grains.

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❤️ Health Benefits of Millets (in Mom-Friendly Words)

• ✅ Keeps tummy full, helps with weight control.

• ✅ Diabetes-friendly – balances sugar levels.

• ✅ Boosts children’s growth with calcium & iron.

• ✅ Great for digestion & heart health.

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