India (officially Republic of India) is an independent country located in Southern Asia, Asia. With a population of 1,417,492,000 people, it ranks #1 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 3,287,263 km² (#8 globally), with a population density of 431 people per km². The capital city is New Delhi. The official languages are English, Hindi, Tamil.
Key Facts
Population
1,417,492,000
#1 world ranking
Area
3,287,263 km²
#8 world ranking
Population Density
431/km²
Capital
New Delhi
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC+05:30
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
6
neighboring countries
Languages
Currency
- Indian rupee (₹)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (6)
China
Pakistan
Bangladesh
Myanmar
Nepal
BhutanCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of India?
The capital of India is New Delhi.
What is the population of India?
India has a population of 1,417,492,000 people, ranking #1 in the world by population.
How big is India?
India covers an area of 3,287,263 km², ranking #8 in the world by area. The population density is 431 people per km².
What languages are spoken in India?
The official languages of India are: English, Hindi, Tamil.
What is the currency of India?
The currency of India is Indian rupee (₹).
What countries border India?
India shares borders with 6 countries: China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, Bhutan.