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Population
Surface area
Nominal GDP
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India’s population is about 15.8× that of Iran, a difference of 1,359,368,053.
India’s surface area is 88% larger than that of Iran, a difference of 1,542,110 km².
India’s population density is 741% higher than that of Iran, a difference of 389 /km².
India’s nominal GDP is 723% larger than that of Iran, a difference of $3.43 trillion.
Iran’s GDP per capita is 93% higher than that of India, a difference of $2,495.
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New Delhi
Tehran
1,450,935,791
91,567,738
3,287,260 km²
1,745,150 km²
441 /km²
52.5 /km²
$3.91 trillion · 2024
$475.25 billion · 2024
$2,695 · 2024
$5,190 · 2024
Asia
Asia
Southern Asia
Southern Asia
Indian rupee · INR · ₹
Iranian rial · IRR · ﷼
Indian
Iranian, Persian
+91
+98
.in
.ir
IN / IND
IR / IRN
Asia/Kolkata
Asia/Tehran
भारत
ایران
| Measure | India | Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | New Delhi | Tehran |
| Population | 1,450,935,791 | 91,567,738 |
| Surface area | 3,287,260 km² | 1,745,150 km² |
| Population density | 441 /km² | 52.5 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $3.91 trillion · 2024 | $475.25 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $2,695 · 2024 | $5,190 · 2024 |
| Region | Asia | Asia |
| Subregion | Southern Asia | Southern Asia |
| Currency | Indian rupee · INR · ₹ | Iranian rial · IRR · ﷼ |
| Nationality | Indian | Iranian, Persian |
| Phone code | +91 | +98 |
| Internet domain | .in | .ir |
| ISO codes | IN / IND | IR / IRN |
| Time zone | Asia/Kolkata | Asia/Tehran |
| Native name | भारत | ایران |
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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 →Iran, known historically as Persia, is a land of ancient civilization and striking contrasts, stretching from the rugged Zagros Mountains to the vast deserts of Dasht-e Kavir, and boasting a rich tapestry of cultural heritage that continues to shape its modern identity.
Full Iran profile →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.
The capital of Iran is Tehran.
Iran has a recorded population of approximately 91,567,738 people.
Iran covers an area of about 1,745,150 km².
Iran has a population density of roughly 52.5 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Iran has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $475.25 billion as of 2024.
Iran has a GDP per capita of approximately $5,190.
Iran uses the Iranian rial (IRR), with the symbol ﷼.
Iran is located in Southern Asia, Asia.
The native name of Iran is ایران.
People from Iran are referred to as Iranian, Persian.
The international dialing code for Iran is +98.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Iran is .ir.
Iran uses the Asia/Tehran time zone.
Iran, known historically as Persia, is a land of ancient civilization and striking contrasts, stretching from the rugged Zagros Mountains to the vast deserts of Dasht-e Kavir, and boasting a rich tapestry of cultural heritage that continues to shape its modern identity.