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Delhi - Important
Information |
| Population: |
12.8 million |
| Area: |
1483 sq km |
| Languages: |
Hindi, English, Punjabi |
| Best Time to Go: |
November-March |
| STD Code: |
011 |
Facts and Figures of Delhi
How to Reach Delhi
Delhi being the capital
of India is the main gateway to India and is connected with world's
major cities. International flights from all over the world fly to
Delhi's international airport. Delhi has an international and a domestic
airport to manage the air traffic of International and domestic flights.
Connectivity
of Delhi to and from major cities in India makes it an ideal to
place to visit and relocate. Business, education, IT and ITES have
flourished in Delhi at a brisk rate with the graph ever increasing.
Interstate road connectivity from Delhi to neighboring states like
Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttranchal (Uttrakhand),
and Himachal Pradesh makes commuting an easy ride.
Delhi
government has special cell which looks into the tourism aspect of
the city. You can have all the information needed regarding tourist’s
destination and major
sites within Delhi. There are private tour and travel operators
within the city which would provide you cheap and quality services.
Online portals on Delhi also provide information on Delhi
Tourism where you can also book or plan your travel in advance.
Delhi Basics
Time: GMT +5.5.
Electricity: 240 volts, 50Hz. A
variety of power outlets are used in India, but most plugs have
two or three round pins.
Money:
- The currency is the Rupee (INR), which is divided into 100 paisa.
- Major currencies can be changed at banks, and authorized bureaus
de change. It is impossible to obtain rupees outside India, but
no matter what time you arrive in India there will be an exchange
office open at the airport. It is illegal to exchange money through
the black market and it is advisable to refuse torn notes, as
no one will accept them apart from the National Banks.
- It is advisable to keep and tender money into small denominations.
Travelers cheque and major credit cards are widely accepted everywhere
in the city whether it is shopping complexes, hotels, restaurants
or a retail outlets.
Language: Delhi is a cosmopolitan
city where you would find people from all over India. Hindi is the
official and widely spoken language in Delhi, followed by Punjabi.
However, English happens to be the official language for Business
and official purposes. Urdu is the common language being spoken
in Muslim community. There are sixteen other languages which are
spoken by people from different parts of India.
Entry requirements for Americans: United
States citizens must have a valid passport and a visa.
Entry requirements for Australians:
Australians require a valid passport and a visa.
Entry requirements for South Africans:
South Africans require a valid passport and a visa.
Entry requirements for Irish nationals:
Irish citizens require a valid passport and a visa.
Entry requirements for New Zealand nationals:
New Zealand citizens require a valid passport and a visa.
Entry requirements for UK nationals: British citizens must
have a valid passport and a visa.
Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadians require a valid
passport and a visa.
Passport/Visa Note: A valid passport
and visa is required by all for entry to India, unless they hold
a PIO (Person of Indian Origin) Card. Some parts of the country
are restricted areas and require a special permit. Travelers planning
to go to the far northwest of the country or to the islands should
check with India Tourism for the latest information.
US Embassy or Consulate: United
States Embassy, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 2419 8000
UK Embassy or Consulate: British
High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 2687 2161
Canadian Embassy or Consulate: Canadian
High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 4178 2000
Australian Embassy or Consulate:
Australian High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 4139 9900
South African Embassy or Consulate:
South African High Commission, New Delhi: +91 (0)11 2614 9411
Embassy or Consulate in US: Indian Embassy, Washington DC,
United States: +1 202 939 7000
Embassy or Consulate in UK: Indian
High Commission, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7836 8484
Embassy or Consulate in Canada:
Indian High Commission, Ottawa, Canada: +1 613 744 3751
Embassy or Consulate in Australia:
Indian High Commission, Canberra, Australia: + 61 (0)2 6273 3999
Embassy or Consulate in South Africa:
Indian High Commission, Pretoria, South Africa: +27 (0)12 342 5392
Facts
and Figures |
| Area |
1,483 sq km |
| Latitude |
28.38° N |
| Longitude |
77.13° E |
| Altitude |
293 m above sea level |
| Total Population |
1, 38, 50,507 |
| Altitude |
293 m above sea level |
| Male |
76, 07,234 |
| Female |
62, 43,273 |
| Density (Per Sq. km) |
9340 |
| Sex Ratio (per 1000 Males) |
821 |
| Literacy Rate (%) Persons |
81.67 |
| Literacy Rate (%) Males |
87.37 |
| Literacy Rate (%) Female |
74.71 |
| Birth Rate (per 1000) |
21.24 |
| Death Rate (per 1000) |
5.81 |
| Infant Mortality Rate (per 1000) |
23.93 |
| Per Capita Income |
RS.38864 |
| Gross Domestic Product |
478 billion INR (2005) |
| Temperature |
45 degree (max), 5 degree (min) |
| Time Zone |
IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Language |
Hindi, English, Punjabi |
| STD Code |
011 |
| Postal Code |
1100xx |
| Vehicle Code |
DL-0xx |
| Religion |
Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christian |
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