north India

Delhi

Delhi is an important part of north India, known for its people, institutions, economy, culture, and regional identity. This profile is designed for simple civic understanding and UPSC-style revision.

Capital

New Delhi

Population

1.9 Cr

Area

1,484 km²

Literacy

86.2%

Districts

11

GSDP

₹11.00 lakh Cr

Quick facts

Capital
New Delhi
Largest city
New Delhi
Region
north
Population
1.9 Cr
Languages
Hindi, English, Punjabi, Urdu

Economy snapshot

GSDP
₹11.00 lakh Cr
Growth
7%
Per capita income
₹5,78,947
Industries
Services, Government, Retail