A recent study by the National Statistics Office (NSO) highlights the significant role of 9.85 million households in India's unincorporated construction sector, which far exceeds the 1.02 million establishments involved in construction activities. Conducted between July and December 2025, the study indicates a strong rural bias, with 7.51 million rural households participating compared to 2.34 million urban households. The data shows that the unincorporated sector is labor-intensive, with each establishment employing an average of five workers, while households engage about four laborers for their projects. Ownership in the sector is predominantly male, with 96.8% of establishments being male-owned. Financially, households primarily fund their construction projects through internal resources, with 77% of expenses coming from their own funds. The study also reveals state-level variations, with Maharashtra, Kerala, and Karnataka having the highest number of unincorporated construction establishments, while Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra lead in household construction activities.