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Population
Surface area
Nominal GDP
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India’s population is about 1,833× that of Bhutan, a difference of 1,450,144,267.
India’s surface area is about 85.6× that of Bhutan, a difference of 3,248,870 km².
India’s population density is about 21.4× that of Bhutan, a difference of 421 /km².
India’s nominal GDP is about 1,298× that of Bhutan, a difference of $3.91 trillion.
Bhutan’s GDP per capita is 42% higher than that of India, a difference of $1,137.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Thimphu
New Delhi
791,524
1,450,935,791
38,390 km²
3,287,260 km²
20.6 /km²
441 /km²
$3.01 billion · 2023
$3.91 trillion · 2024
$3,831 · 2023
$2,695 · 2024
Asia
Asia
Southern Asia
Southern Asia
Bhutanese ngultrum · BTN · Nu.
Indian rupee · INR · ₹
Bhutanese
Indian
+975
+91
.bt
.in
BT / BTN
IN / IND
Asia/Thimphu
Asia/Kolkata
ʼbrug-yul
भारत
| Measure | Bhutan | India |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Thimphu | New Delhi |
| Population | 791,524 | 1,450,935,791 |
| Surface area | 38,390 km² | 3,287,260 km² |
| Population density | 20.6 /km² | 441 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $3.01 billion · 2023 | $3.91 trillion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $3,831 · 2023 | $2,695 · 2024 |
| Region | Asia | Asia |
| Subregion | Southern Asia | Southern Asia |
| Currency | Bhutanese ngultrum · BTN · Nu. | Indian rupee · INR · ₹ |
| Nationality | Bhutanese | Indian |
| Phone code | +975 | +91 |
| Internet domain | .bt | .in |
| ISO codes | BT / BTN | IN / IND |
| Time zone | Asia/Thimphu | Asia/Kolkata |
| Native name | ʼbrug-yul | भारत |
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Nestled high in the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is a kingdom where ancient monasteries perch atop mist‑shrouded peaks and vibrant festivals pulse through bustling valleys, offering travelers a rare glimpse into a nation that balances tradition with progressive stewardship of its natural environment.
Full Bhutan profile →India, a vast tapestry of cultures, languages, and landscapes, captivates the world with its rich heritage and dynamic spirit. From bustling metropolises to serene villages, the nation’s diversity and resilience make it a remarkable place to explore.
Full India profile →The capital of Bhutan is Thimphu.
Bhutan has a recorded population of approximately 791,524 people.
Bhutan covers an area of about 38,390 km².
Bhutan has a population density of roughly 20.6 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Bhutan has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $3.01 billion as of 2023.
Bhutan has a GDP per capita of approximately $3,831.
Bhutan uses the Bhutanese ngultrum (BTN), with the symbol Nu..
Bhutan is located in Southern Asia, Asia.
The native name of Bhutan is ʼbrug-yul.
People from Bhutan are referred to as Bhutanese.
The international dialing code for Bhutan is +975.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Bhutan is .bt.
Bhutan uses the Asia/Thimphu time zone.
Nestled high in the Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is a kingdom where ancient monasteries perch atop mist‑shrouded peaks and vibrant festivals pulse through bustling valleys, offering travelers a rare glimpse into a nation that balances tradition with progressive stewardship of its natural environment.
The capital of India is New Delhi.
India has a recorded population of approximately 1,450,935,791 people.
India covers an area of about 3,287,260 km².
India has a population density of roughly 441 /km² (people per square kilometre).
India has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $3.91 trillion as of 2024.
India has a GDP per capita of approximately $2,695.
India uses the Indian rupee (INR), with the symbol ₹.
India is located in Southern Asia, Asia.
The native name of India is भारत.
People from India are referred to as Indian.
The international dialing code for India is +91.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for India is .in.
India uses the Asia/Kolkata time zone.
India, a vast tapestry of cultures, languages, and landscapes, captivates the world with its rich heritage and dynamic spirit. From bustling metropolises to serene villages, the nation’s diversity and resilience make it a remarkable place to explore.