India is the second most populous country in the world, with a diverse population spread across states and union territories. Understanding population distribution helps in academic studies, general knowledge, and policy-related analysis.

This page provides a state-wise population list of India, based on officially available census data.

Total Population of India

  • India’s population exceeds 1.4 billion
  • Population distribution varies widely across states
  • Northern and eastern states generally have higher population density

Note: Population figures are based on the latest officially available census data and government estimates.

Population of India – State-wise

Indian States Population

StatePopulation
Uttar Pradesh199,812,341
Maharashtra112,374,333
Bihar104,099,452
West Bengal91,276,115
Madhya Pradesh72,626,809
Tamil Nadu72,147,030
Rajasthan68,548,437
Karnataka61,095,297
Gujarat60,439,692
Andhra Pradesh49,386,799
Odisha41,974,218
Telangana35,193,978
Kerala33,406,061
Jharkhand32,988,134
Assam31,205,576
Punjab27,743,338
Chhattisgarh25,545,198
Haryana25,351,462
Uttarakhand10,086,292
Himachal Pradesh6,864,602
Tripura3,673,917
Meghalaya2,966,889
Manipur2,855,794
Nagaland1,978,502
Goa1,458,545
Arunachal Pradesh1,383,727
Mizoram1,097,206
Sikkim610,577

Population of Union Territories

Union TerritoryPopulation
Delhi16,787,941
Jammu & Kashmir12,258,433
Ladakh274,289
Puducherry1,247,953
Chandigarh1,055,450
Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu586,620
Andaman & Nicobar Islands380,581
Lakshadweep64,473

Most Populous and Least Populous States

  • Most Populous State: Uttar Pradesh
  • Least Populous State: Sikkim

Why Population Data Is Important

  • Helps in understanding resource distribution
  • Useful for academic and competitive exam preparation
  • Supports planning and policy decisions
  • Important for demographic analysis

Difference Between Population and Population Density

  • Population: Total number of people in a region
  • Population Density: Number of people per square kilometer

Both provide different insights into regional demographics.

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Disclaimer: Population figures are provided for general reference only. Actual population numbers may vary based on updated census data or official government estimates.