Geography
India is in Southern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 20, 77; it has Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan.
Neighboring countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan
Asia
India
India is a country in Southern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Southern Asia
- Population
- 1.42 billion
- Area
- 3,287,263 km²
- Currency
- Indian rupee (INR)
- Official language
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Calling code
- +91
- Internet TLD
- .in
- Time zone
- UTC+05:30
India map preview: 20.00, 77.00
People and Culture
India uses English, Hindi, Tamil in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in India varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
India is recorded with the official name Republic of India. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- New Delhi
- Southern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: New Delhi
- Time zone data: UTC+05:30
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- India is grouped under Asia.
- India has a listed area of 3,287,263 km².
- India is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about India
What is the capital of India?
The capital of India is New Delhi.
What continent is India in?
India is in Asia.
What currency does India use?
India uses the Indian rupee.
What language is spoken in India?
English, Hindi, Tamil is listed for India in this database.