1. What is this item?

An EV charging station provides on-site power for electric vehicles—tractors, vans, or workers’ cars. It typically includes a charging pedestal or wall-box, safety interlocks, and metering, letting you offer low-carbon transport and attract eco-minded guests or staff.

2. How is the Quantity Estimated?

• Number of Charging Bays: Depends on fleet size or anticipated visitor vehicles (e.g., 1 bay per 10 acres or per 3 staff cars).

• Charging Power: Level 2 chargers (7–22 kW) are common on farms, so estimate based on vehicle battery size and recharge turnaround time.

• Future Growth: Add 1–2 extra ports to accommodate expansion or agri-tourism traffic.

3. What are the Cost Components?

• Charger Unit: Wall-box or pedestal (7–22 kW)

• Electrical Upgrade: Transformer or panel upgrade, cabling, circuit breakers

• Mounting & Housing: Concrete plinth, weatherproof enclosure

• Metering & Billing: Optional smart meter for pay-per-use

• Installation Labor: Trenching, wiring, commissioning

• Signage & Safety: Warning labels, bollards, lighting

4. What are the Going Rates & Per Unit Cost?

• Charger (7 kW): ₹30,000–₹45,000 each

• Charger (22 kW): ₹60,000–₹90,000 each

• Electrical Works & Panel Upgrade: ₹20,000–₹50,000 per bay

• Installation & Trenching: ₹10,000–₹20,000 per bay

• Total Per Bay:

o Level 2 (7 kW): ~₹60,000–₹1 lakh

o Fast (22 kW): ~₹1.2–₹1.8 lakh