Indian States & Union Territories
There are 28 states and 8 union territories in Indian States & Union Territories. New Delhi is the capital.
28 states and 8 union territories
India is a federal union of 28 states and 8 union territories. States have their own elected governments, while union territories are administered by the central government. India is the seventh-largest country by area and the most populous democracy in the world.
Incredible diversity across regions
From the snow-capped Himalayas in the north to the tropical beaches of Kerala in the south, India's states span every climate zone. The country has 22 official languages, with Hindi and English serving as the primary languages of government.
Indian States & Union Territories at a glance
- North9 regions
- West4 regions
- Central2 regions
- East4 regions
- Northeast8 regions
- South6 regions
- Islands2 regions
Frequently asked questions
How many states does India have?+
India has 28 states and 8 union territories. The largest state by area is Rajasthan, and the most populous is Uttar Pradesh, which has over 200 million residents.
What is the difference between a state and a union territory?+
Indian states have their own elected governments with a Chief Minister, while union territories are administered directly by the central government through a Lieutenant Governor or Administrator appointed by the President.
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