India

Republic of India

"A South Asian subcontinent known for its ancient civilization, diverse cultures, and rapidly growing economy."

Southern Asia
UN Member
G20
SCO
BRICS

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Federal Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

New Delhi

2.86°, 7.72°

Official Languages

English, Hindi, Tamil

Population

1.44B

Total Area

3.29M km²

Population Density

437.42 people per km²

Currency

Indian rupee

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#1
1,438,069,596

Total Population+0.9%

2023
#114
72.0 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#2
36.4%

Urban Population

2023
#100
1.98

Fertility Rate

2023
#140
55.9%

Internet Users

2022

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#5
$3.6T

GDP+8.2%

2023
#140
$2.5K

GDP per Capita

2023
#130
5%

Inflation

2024
#67
4.2%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#4
25.5

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About India

What is the capital of India?

India's capital city is New Delhi.

What is the population of India?

As of 2023, the estimated population of India is approximately 1.44B people. This makes it the 1st most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is India?

India spans a total area of approximately 3,287,590 square kilometers (1,269,345.07 square miles).

Which continent is India in?

India is located in Asia, specifically within the Southern Asia subregion.

What is the GDP of India?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of India is approximately $3.57T USD. This ranks India as the 5th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.