Sizes of Indian States and Union Territories by Area

Rajasthan tops in area

Rajasthan holds the distinction as the largest state in India with an area of 342,239 square kilometers, significantly ahead of the second-largest state, Madhya Pradesh, which covers 308,252 square kilometers.

Smallest territories: Daman and Diu, and Lakshadweep

Daman and Diu, and Lakshadweep are the smallest territories, with areas of just 111 and 30 square kilometers respectively, showcasing the vast diversity in the size of India's states and union territories.

Southern states and their expansive areas

Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu are notable for their large areas among southern states, with 191,791, 162,968, and 130,060 square kilometers respectively, indicating the significant geographic spread of India's southern region.

Northern region's varied sizes

Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir highlight the size diversity in India's northern region with areas of 240,928 and 222,236 square kilometers respectively, contrasting with smaller northern states like Punjab and Haryana.

Eastern states: West Bengal and Bihar

West Bengal and Bihar, despite their high population densities, have relatively modest areas of 88,752 and 94,163 square kilometers respectively, underscoring the challenges of managing resources and infrastructure in densely populated regions.

Mid-sized states: Odisha and Chhattisgarh

Odisha and Chhattisgarh, with areas of 155,707 and 135,192 square kilometers, stand out as mid-sized states that contribute significantly to India's geographical diversity and resource base.

Megacity Delhi's compact size

Delhi, India's capital territory, covers a surprisingly compact area of just 1,483 square kilometers, juxtaposing its small size against its immense political, economic, and cultural significance.

Northeastern states: Arunachal Pradesh and Assam

Arunachal Pradesh and Assam represent the northeastern region with areas of 83,743 and 78,438 square kilometers respectively, highlighting the substantial geographical expanse of India's northeastern states amidst their unique topographical and cultural contexts.

Coastal vs. landlocked diversity

States like Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, with areas of 196,244 and 130,060 square kilometers, contrast with landlocked states like Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, showcasing the diverse geographical settings from coastal lines to central highlands.

Union territories' size variance

Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with an area of 8,249 square kilometers, contrast sharply with smaller territories like Chandigarh and Puducherry, which have areas of 114 and 490 square kilometers, reflecting the wide range of sizes among India's union territories.