India is the second most populous country in the world, with a total population of over 1.386 billion. As of 2020, the country has a population density of 464 people per square kilometer. India is divided into 29 states and seven union territories, each with its own population density. India's population density varies considerably across its states and union territories. In this article, we will be discussing the population density of Indian states in descending order.
29. A&N Islands
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a group of islands in the Bay of Bengal. It is one of the seven union territories of India and has a population density of 46 people per square kilometer. This is the lowest population density of all Indian states and union territories. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have a total area of 8,249 square kilometers and a population of approximately 380,000.
28. Lakshadweep
Lakshadweep is an archipelago of 36 islands in the Indian Ocean. It is one of the seven union territories of India and has a population density of 806 people per square kilometer. The total area of Lakshadweep is 32 square kilometers and its population is approximately 64,000.
27. Sikkim
Sikkim is a state in the Himalayan region of India. It has a population density of 86 people per square kilometer, making it the least densely populated state in India. The total area of Sikkim is 7,096 square kilometers and its population is estimated to be around 610,000.
26. Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh is a state in the northeastern region of India. It has a population density of 17 people per square kilometer. The total area of Arunachal Pradesh is 83,743 square kilometers and its population is estimated to be around 1,400,000.
25. Meghalaya
Meghalaya is a state in the northeastern region of India. It has a population density of 127 people per square kilometer. The total area of Meghalaya is 22,429 square kilometers and its population is estimated to be around 2,964,000.
24. Nagaland
Nagaland is a state in the northeastern region of India. It has a population density of 119 people per square kilometer. The total area of Nagaland is 16,579 square kilometers and its population is estimated to be around 1,980,000.
23. Mizoram
Mizoram is a state in the northeastern region of India. It has a population density of 103 people per square kilometer. The total area of Mizoram is 21,081 square kilometers and its population is estimated to be around 1