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Population
Surface area
Nominal GDP
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India’s population is about 66.2× that of Sri Lanka, a difference of 1,429,019,791.
India’s surface area is about 50.1× that of Sri Lanka, a difference of 3,221,650 km².
India’s population density is 32% higher than that of Sri Lanka, a difference of 107 /km².
India’s nominal GDP is about 39.5× that of Sri Lanka, a difference of $3.81 trillion.
Sri Lanka’s GDP per capita is 68% higher than that of India, a difference of $1,821.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
New Delhi
Colombo
1,450,935,791
21,916,000
3,287,260 km²
65,610 km²
441 /km²
334 /km²
$3.91 trillion · 2024
$98.96 billion · 2024
$2,695 · 2024
$4,516 · 2024
Asia
Asia
Southern Asia
Southern Asia
Indian rupee · INR · ₹
Sri Lankan rupee · LKR · Rs
Indian
Sri Lankan
+91
+94
.in
.lk
IN / IND
LK / LKA
Asia/Kolkata
Asia/Colombo
भारत
śrī laṃkāva
| Measure | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | New Delhi | Colombo |
| Population | 1,450,935,791 | 21,916,000 |
| Surface area | 3,287,260 km² | 65,610 km² |
| Population density | 441 /km² | 334 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $3.91 trillion · 2024 | $98.96 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $2,695 · 2024 | $4,516 · 2024 |
| Region | Asia | Asia |
| Subregion | Southern Asia | Southern Asia |
| Currency | Indian rupee · INR · ₹ | Sri Lankan rupee · LKR · Rs |
| Nationality | Indian | Sri Lankan |
| Phone code | +91 | +94 |
| Internet domain | .in | .lk |
| ISO codes | IN / IND | LK / LKA |
| Time zone | Asia/Kolkata | Asia/Colombo |
| Native name | भारत | śrī laṃkāva |
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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 →Sri Lanka, officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in South Asia, located in the Indian Ocean southwest of the Bay of Bengal. It is separated from the Indian subcontinent by the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait. The island's geography, rich history, vibrant culture, and strategic location have shaped its identity.
Full Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka is Colombo.
Sri Lanka has a recorded population of approximately 21,916,000 people.
Sri Lanka covers an area of about 65,610 km².
Sri Lanka has a population density of roughly 334 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Sri Lanka has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $98.96 billion as of 2024.
Sri Lanka has a GDP per capita of approximately $4,516.
Sri Lanka uses the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR), with the symbol Rs.
Sri Lanka is located in Southern Asia, Asia.
The native name of Sri Lanka is śrī laṃkāva.
People from Sri Lanka are referred to as Sri Lankan.
The international dialing code for Sri Lanka is +94.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Sri Lanka is .lk.
Sri Lanka uses the Asia/Colombo time zone.
Sri Lanka, officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in South Asia, located in the Indian Ocean southwest of the Bay of Bengal. It is separated from the Indian subcontinent by the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait. The island's geography, rich history, vibrant culture, and strategic location have shaped its identity.