States/Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand, also known as Uttaranchal, is a state in northern India. The state is bordered by Himachal Pradesh to the northwest, Tibet to the north, Nepal to the east and Uttar Pradesh to the south. Uttarakhand has a total area of 53,483 km2 (20,650 sq mi), equal to 1.6% of the total area of India. Dehradun serves as the state capital, with Nainital being the judicial capital. The state is divided into two divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon, with a total of 13 districts. The forest cover in the state is 45.4% of the state's geographical area. The cultivable area is 16% of the total geographical area. The two major rivers of the state, the Ganges and its tributary Yamuna, originate from the Gangotri and Yamunotri glaciers respectively. Ranked 6th among the Top 10 Greenest States in India with Best AQI.
| Uttarakhand | |
|---|---|
| Capital | Dehradun (Winter), Gairsain (Summer) |
| Districts | 13 |
| Area | 53,483 km² |
| Population (2011) | 10,086,292 |
| Official Language(s) | Hindi, Sanskrit |
Political Leaders
Professionals
- List of notable professionals from Uttarakhand.
Institutions
- Major universities and institutes in Uttarakhand.
Notable Personalities
- Famous people from Uttarakhand.