Fast Facts of 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.
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 |
