Chandigarh
Chandigarh is an Indian Union Territory located in the Northern region of India. Chandigarh union territory is established on 1-Nov-1966 and the capital of Chandigarh is Chandigarh. Chandigarh is a unique and planned city, serving as the capital of two Indian states, Punjab and Haryana. It's known for its beautiful gardens and modern architecture, like the famous Rock Garden made from recycled materials. Chandigarh is a clean and organized city, offering a great place to live and visit!
As per the 2011 Census, the total area of Chandigarh is 114 km², including 4.47 km² of rural area and 109.53 km² of urban area. English, Hindi, Punjabi are the main languages spoken in Chandigarh. Chandigarh has a sex ratio of approximately 817 females for every 1,000 males. As per the ISO 3166-2:IN standard, the ISO code of Chandigarh is IN-CH.
List of Districts of Chandigarh
| # | District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chandigarh | 114 | 10,55,450 | 9258 |
Largest & Smallest Districts
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest District | Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Smallest District | Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
Population of Chandigarh
Here’s a quick overview of the population distribution in Chandigarh Union Territory, based on the Census 2011 data:
- Total population of Chandigarh Union Territory is 10,55,450, with around 5,80,663 males and 4,74,787 females.
- About 28,991 people live in rural areas, including nearly 17,150 males and 11,841 females.
- Approximately 10,26,459 people live in urban areas, including around 5,63,513 males and 4,62,946 females.
The following table provides a detailed comparison between rural, urban, and total population figures.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,991 | 10,26,459 | 10,55,450 |
| Male Population | 17,150 | 5,63,513 | 5,80,663 |
| Female Population | 11,841 | 4,62,946 | 4,74,787 |
Households in Chandigarh
Here’s a quick overview of household distribution in Chandigarh Union Territory as per the Census 2011 data:
- Total number of households in Chandigarh Union Territory is approximately 2,41,173.
- Out of the total, around 7,140 households are located in rural areas.
- Approximately 2,34,033 households are situated in urban areas.
The following table presents a simple breakdown of household counts in rural, urban, and total categories.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 7,140 |
| Urban Households | 2,34,033 |
| Total Households | 2,41,173 |