India
India is a country in Asia. Its capital is New Delhi, and it shares land borders with 6 countries.
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Region
- Asia
- Area
- 2,984,553 km² Number 7 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 6 countries
What is the capital of India?
The capital of India is New Delhi.
Which countries border India?
India shares land borders with 6 countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Myanmar, Nepal and Pakistan.
| Country | Capital | Distance from New Delhi |
|---|---|---|
 Pakistan | Islamabad | 689 km (428 mi) |
 Nepal | Kathmandu | 801 km (498 mi) |
 Bhutan | Thimphu | 1,226 km (762 mi) |
 Bangladesh | Dhaka | 1,420 km (882 mi) |
 Myanmar | Naypyidaw | 2,148 km (1,335 mi) |
 China | Beijing | 3,780 km (2,349 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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