Most Densely Populated Districts of India - Top 10

India, a country of vast landscapes and varying demographics, houses some districts that stand out due to their incredible population density.

Leading the list is the North East district located in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. With an astounding density of 36,155 individuals per square kilometer, it emphasizes Delhi's reputation as a magnetic urban center. Other districts from the NCT of Delhi, such as Central, East, and West, also find their place in the top ranks, showcasing the capital's urban intensity.

Moving southwards, Chennai, the district from Tamil Nadu, records a density of 26,553, mirroring its stature as a major metropolitan city.

In the eastern part of the country, the district of Kolkata in West Bengal stands tall with a density of 24,306. This underscores its importance as a historical and cultural epicenter.

Maharashtra's Mumbai Suburban and Mumbai districts highlight the state's urban vibrancy. These figures resonate with Mumbai's moniker as the 'Maximum City'.

Hyderabad, a district in Andhra Pradesh, further emphasizes the southern urban narrative with its remarkable density of 18,172.

Together, these districts represent the urban heartbeat of India, encapsulating its myriad socio-cultural nuances and the vast opportunities it presents.

Rank Districts StatePopulationDensity per sqkm
1 North EastNCT OF DELHI22.42 Lac 36,155
2 CentralNCT OF DELHI5.82 Lac 27,730
3 EastNCT OF DELHI17.09 Lac 27,132
4 ChennaiTAMIL NADU46.47 Lac 26,553
5 KolkataWEST BENGAL44.97 Lac 24,306
6 Mumbai SuburbanMAHARASHTRA93.57 Lac 20,980
7 MumbaiMAHARASHTRA30.85 Lac 19,652
8 WestNCT OF DELHI25.43 Lac 19,563
9 HyderabadANDHRA PRADESH39.43 Lac 18,172
10 NorthNCT OF DELHI8.88 Lac 14,557