State Date of Creation Capital Area (sq km) Goa May 30, 1987 Panaji 3,702 Sikkim May 16, 1975 Gangtok 7,096 Tripura January 21, 1972 Agartala 10,486 Nagaland December 1, 1963 Kohima 16,579 Mizoram February 20, 1987 Aizawl 21,081 Manipur January 21, 1972 Imphal 22,327 Meghalaya January 21, 1972 Shillong 22,429 Arunachal Pradesh February 20, 1987 Itanagar 83,743 Haryana November 1, 1966 Chandigarh 44,212 Punjab November 1, 1966 Chandigarh 50,362 Kerala November 1, 1956 Thiruvananthapuram 38,863 Uttarakhand November 9, 2000 Dehradun 53,483 Himachal Pradesh January 25, 1971 Shimla 55,673 Jharkhand November 15, 2000 Ranchi 79,716 Chhattisgarh November 1, 2000 Raipur 135,192 Telangana June 2, 2014 Hyderabad 112,077 Assam August 15, 1947 Dispur 78,438 Odisha April 1, 1936 Bhubaneswar 155,707 Gujarat May 1, 1960 Gandhinagar 196,024 Rajasthan November 1, 1956 Jaipur 342,239 Maharashtra May 1, 1960 Mumbai 307,713 Madhya Pradesh November 1, 1956 Bhopal 308,245 Uttar Pradesh January 26, 1950 Lucknow 243,286 Bihar January 26, 1950 Patna 94,163 West Bengal January 26, 1950 Kolkata 88,752 Karnataka November 1, 1956 Bengaluru 191,791
Indian States and Their Capital with date of Formation and Famous For
1. Goa
Date of Formation: May 30, 1987
Current Population: ~1.5 million (2021 Census)
Capital: Panaji
Number of Districts: 2
Famous For:
- Pristine beaches like Baga, Calangute.
- Portuguese heritage and architecture.
- World-renowned festivals like Goa Carnival.
- Spices and cashew production.
2. Sikkim
Date of Formation: May 16, 1975
Current Population: ~0.67 million
Capital: Gangtok
Number of Districts: 6
Famous For:
- Kanchenjunga, the third-highest peak in the world.
- Organic farming; declared an organic state.
- Rich Buddhist heritage, monasteries like Rumtek.
- Scenic beauty and vibrant culture.
3. Tripura
Date of Formation: January 21, 1972
Current Population: ~3.6 million
Capital: Agartala
Number of Districts: 8
Famous For:
- Tribal cultures and traditions.
- Neermahal Palace and Ujjayanta Palace.
- Bamboo crafts and natural rubber.
- Scenic landscapes and wildlife.
4. Nagaland
Date of Formation: December 1, 1963
Current Population: ~2.2 million
Capital: Kohima
Number of Districts: 16
Famous For:
- Hornbill Festival, showcasing vibrant tribal culture.
- Scenic mountains and valleys.
- Handicrafts and traditional art.
- Delicious smoked and fermented food.
5. Mizoram
Date of Formation: February 20, 1987
Current Population: ~1.1 million
Capital: Aizawl
Number of Districts: 11
Famous For:
- Bamboo dance (Cheraw).
- Sericulture and production of Muga silk.
- Lush forests and hills.
- Unique customs and lifestyle.
6. Manipur
Date of Formation: January 21, 1972
Current Population: ~3.1 million
Capital: Imphal
Number of Districts: 16
Famous For:
Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India.
Rich cultural heritage, including Manipuri dance.
Handicrafts and traditional textiles.
Natural beauty with hills and valleys.
7. Meghalaya
Date of Formation: January 21, 1972
Current Population: ~3.8 million
Capital: Shillong
Number of Districts: 12
Famous For:
Living root bridges, particularly in Cherrapunji and Mawlynnong.
Cherrapunji and Mawsynram, the wettest places on Earth.
Khasi and Garo tribal cultures.
Lush green hills and caves.
8. Arunachal Pradesh
Date of Formation: February 20, 1987
Current Population: ~1.6 million
Capital: Itanagar
Number of Districts: 25
Famous For:
Tawang Monastery, the largest monastery in India.
Picturesque landscapes and diverse flora and fauna.
Adventure activities like trekking and river rafting.
Vibrant tribal traditions and festivals.
9. Haryana
Date of Formation: November 1, 1966
Current Population: ~28.2 million
Capital: Chandigarh (shared with Punjab)
Number of Districts: 22
Famous For:
Historic battles of Panipat.
Rich agriculture and dairy farming.
Industrial hubs like Gurugram.
Ancient temples and cultural heritage.
10. Punjab
Date of Formation: November 1, 1966
Current Population: ~30.1 million
Capital: Chandigarh (shared with Haryana)
Number of Districts: 23
Famous For:
Golden Temple in Amritsar.
Bhangra dance and Punjabi music.
Fertile agricultural land and wheat production.
Rich Sikh culture and history.
11. Kerala
Date of Formation: November 1, 1956
Current Population: ~35.5 million
Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
Number of Districts: 14
Famous For:
Backwaters and houseboats.
Ayurveda and traditional healing.
Spices like cardamom and pepper.
Rich cultural arts like Kathakali and Mohiniyattam.
12. Uttarakhand
Date of Formation: November 9, 2000
Current Population: ~11.1 million
Capital: Dehradun
Number of Districts: 13
Famous For:
Pilgrimage sites like Kedarnath and Haridwar.
Scenic Himalayan peaks and trekking routes.
Adventure sports like rafting in Rishikesh.
Rich biodiversity and Jim Corbett National Park.
13. Himachal Pradesh
Date of Formation: January 25, 1971
Current Population: ~7.7 million
Capital: Shimla (Summer), Dharamshala (Winter)
Number of Districts: 12
Famous For:
Scenic hill stations like Shimla, Manali, and Dalhousie.
Apple orchards and agricultural tourism.
Dalai Lama’s residence in Dharamshala.
Adventure sports and snow activities.
14. Jharkhand
Date of Formation: November 15, 2000
Current Population: ~38.6 million
Capital: Ranchi
Number of Districts: 24
Famous For:
Rich mineral resources like coal and iron.
Scenic waterfalls and forests.
Tribal festivals and culture.
Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks.
15. Chhattisgarh
Date of Formation: November 1, 2000
Current Population: ~29.4 million
Capital: Raipur
Number of Districts: 33
Famous For:
Dhokra metal crafts and traditional art.
Tribal culture and Bastar Dussehra.
Dense forests and wildlife.
Rich in mineral resources like iron and coal.
16. Telangana
Date of Formation: June 2, 2014
Current Population: ~39.6 million
Capital: Hyderabad
Number of Districts: 33
Famous For:
Charminar and historical monuments in Hyderabad.
IT hub and global business center in Hyderabad.
Famous for the spicy Hyderabadi Biryani.
Cultural landmarks like Golconda Fort and Ramoji Film City.
17. Assam
Date of Formation: August 15, 1947
Current Population: ~36 million
Capital: Dispur
Number of Districts: 34
Famous For:
Assam tea, renowned worldwide for its quality.
Kaziranga and Manas National Parks, home to the one-horned rhinoceros.
Majuli, the world’s largest river island.
Traditional silk production (Muga and Eri silk).
18. Odisha
Date of Formation: April 1, 1936
Current Population: ~41.9 million
Capital: Bhubaneswar
Number of Districts: 30
Famous For:
Jagannath Temple in Puri and the Rath Yatra festival.
Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Chilika Lake, Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon.
Rich tribal culture and handicrafts.
19. Gujarat
Date of Formation: May 1, 1960
Current Population: ~63.8 million
Capital: Gandhinagar
Number of Districts: 33
Famous For:
Gir Forest, home to Asiatic lions.
Historical sites like the Sabarmati Ashram and Lothal.
Industrial and business hubs in cities like Ahmedabad and Surat.
Vibrant festivals like Navratri and the International Kite Festival.
20. Rajasthan
Date of Formation: November 1, 1956
Current Population: ~81 million
Capital: Jaipur
Number of Districts: 33
Famous For:
Magnificent forts and palaces, including the Amber Fort and Umaid Bhawan.
Thar Desert and camel safaris.
Cultural dances like Ghoomar and Kalbeliya.
Traditional Rajasthani cuisine and handicrafts.
21. Maharashtra
Date of Formation: May 1, 1960
Current Population: ~124 million
Capital: Mumbai
Number of Districts: 36
Famous For:
Gateway of India and Elephanta Caves in Mumbai.
Bollywood, the Indian film industry.
Lavish festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi.
Diverse cuisine and hill stations like Lonavala and Mahabaleshwar.
22. Madhya Pradesh
Date of Formation: November 1, 1956
Current Population: ~85 million
Capital: Bhopal
Number of Districts: 52
Famous For:
Khajuraho Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks.
Sanchi Stupa, a significant Buddhist monument.
Rich tribal culture and forests.
23. Uttar Pradesh
Date of Formation: January 26, 1950
Current Population: ~240 million
Capital: Lucknow
Number of Districts: 75
Famous For:
Taj Mahal in Agra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Holy cities like Varanasi and Prayagraj.
Rich Mughal and Awadhi cuisines.
Historical sites like Fatehpur Sikri.
24. Bihar
Date of Formation: January 26, 1950
Current Population: ~127 million
Capital: Patna
Number of Districts: 38
Famous For:
Nalanda University, an ancient seat of learning.
Bodh Gaya, a key Buddhist pilgrimage site.
Litti Chokha, a traditional dish.
Rich cultural and historical legacy.
25. West Bengal
Date of Formation: January 26, 1950
Current Population: ~100 million
Capital: Kolkata
Number of Districts: 23
Famous For:
Howrah Bridge and Victoria Memorial in Kolkata.
Durga Puja, a grand cultural festival.
Bengali literature, art, and films.
The Sundarbans, home to Royal Bengal Tigers.
26. Karnataka
Date of Formation: November 1, 1956
Current Population: ~70 million
Capital: Bengaluru
Number of Districts: 31
Famous For:
IT hub of India, Bengaluru (Silicon Valley of India).
Ancient temples like Hampi and Belur.
Coffee plantations in Coorg.
Scenic hill stations like Chikmagalur.
27. Tamil Nadu
Date of Formation: November 1, 1956
Current Population: ~78.8 million
Capital: Chennai
Number of Districts: 38
Famous For:
Dravidian temple architecture, like Brihadisvara Temple.
Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam dance.
Famous beaches like Marina Beach.
Cultural and culinary traditions.
28. Andhra Pradesh
Date of Formation: October 1, 1953
Current Population: ~53.9 million
Capital: Amaravati (de facto, under development; administrative cities: Visakhapatnam and Kurnool)
Number of Districts: 26
Famous For:
Tirupati Temple, a significant pilgrimage site.
Kuchipudi, a classical Indian dance form.
Scenic beaches like Visakhapatnam.
Rich heritage and monuments like Amaravati Stupa.
