north India

Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand 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

Dehradun

Population

1.2 Cr

Area

53,483 km²

Literacy

78.8%

Districts

13

GSDP

₹3.30 lakh Cr

Quick facts

Capital
Dehradun
Largest city
Dehradun
Region
north
Population
1.2 Cr
Languages
Hindi, Sanskrit

Economy snapshot

GSDP
₹3.30 lakh Cr
Growth
7%
Per capita income
₹2,84,483
Industries
Tourism, Hydropower