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IndiavsMaldives

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This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

India is higher

India records 1,450,935,791, about 2749.0× the other value.

Surface area

India is higher

India records 3,287,260 km², about 10957.5× the other value.

Nominal GDP

India is higher

India records $3.91 trillion, about 553.7× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇮🇳 India1,450,935,791
🇲🇻 Maldives527,799

India’s population is about 2,749× that of the Maldives, a difference of 1,450,407,992.

Surface area

🇮🇳 India3,287,260 km²
🇲🇻 Maldives300 km²

India’s surface area is about 10,958× that of the Maldives, a difference of 3,286,960 km².

Population density

🇮🇳 India441 /km²
🇲🇻 Maldives1,759 /km²

The Maldives’ population density is 299% higher than that of India, a difference of 1,318 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇮🇳 India$3.91 trillion · 2024
🇲🇻 Maldives$7.06 billion · 2024

India’s nominal GDP is about 554× that of the Maldives, a difference of $3.90 trillion.

GDP per capita

🇮🇳 India$2,695 · 2024
🇲🇻 Maldives$13,379 · 2024

The Maldives’ GDP per capita is 396% higher than that of India, a difference of $10,685.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

New Delhi

Male

Population

1,450,935,791

527,799

Surface area

3,287,260 km²

300 km²

Population density

441 /km²

1,759 /km²

Nominal GDP

$3.91 trillion · 2024

$7.06 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$2,695 · 2024

$13,379 · 2024

Region

Asia

Asia

Subregion

Southern Asia

Southern Asia

Currency

Indian rupee · INR · ₹

Maldivian rufiyaa · MVR · Rf

Nationality

Indian

Maldivian

Phone code

+91

+960

Internet domain

.in

.mv

ISO codes

IN / IND

MV / MDV

Time zone

Asia/Kolkata

Indian/Maldives

Native name

भारत

Maldives

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About India

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.

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About Maldives

The Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, is a tropical paradise located in the Indian Ocean. Known for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and vibrant coral reefs, it is a popular destination for honeymooners and divers alike. The country consists of 1,192 coral islands organized into 26 atolls, with only about 200 islands inhabited.

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India & Maldives: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of India?

The capital of India is New Delhi.

What is the population of India?

India has a recorded population of approximately 1,450,935,791 people.

How big is India?

India covers an area of about 3,287,260 km².

What is the population density of India?

India has a population density of roughly 441 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of India?

India has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $3.91 trillion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of India?

India has a GDP per capita of approximately $2,695.

What currency is used in India?

India uses the Indian rupee (INR), with the symbol ₹.

Where is India located?

India is located in Southern Asia, Asia.

What is the native name of India?

The native name of India is भारत.

What are people from India called?

People from India are referred to as Indian.

What is the phone calling code for India?

The international dialing code for India is +91.

What is the internet domain for India?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for India is .in.

What time zone is India in?

India uses the Asia/Kolkata time zone.

What is India known for?

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.

What is the capital of Maldives?

The capital of Maldives is Male.

What is the population of Maldives?

Maldives has a recorded population of approximately 527,799 people.

How big is Maldives?

Maldives covers an area of about 300 km².

What is the population density of Maldives?

Maldives has a population density of roughly 1,759 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Maldives?

Maldives has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $7.06 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Maldives?

Maldives has a GDP per capita of approximately $13,379.

What currency is used in Maldives?

Maldives uses the Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR), with the symbol Rf.

Where is Maldives located?

Maldives is located in Southern Asia, Asia.

What are people from Maldives called?

People from Maldives are referred to as Maldivian.

What is the phone calling code for Maldives?

The international dialing code for Maldives is +960.

What is the internet domain for Maldives?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Maldives is .mv.

What time zone is Maldives in?

Maldives uses the Indian/Maldives time zone.

What is Maldives known for?

The Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, is a tropical paradise located in the Indian Ocean. Known for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and vibrant coral reefs, it is a popular destination for honeymooners and divers alike. The country consists of 1,192 coral islands organized into 26 atolls, with only about 200 islands inhabited.