Northern India
Chandigarh
Chandigarh is a Union Territory and the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana, known for its modern urban planning designed by Le Corbusier. It is one of India's cleanest and well-organized cities, famous for its green spaces, architecture, education, and high standard of living.
1.2M
People
114 km²
Area
1
District
1
LS Seat
Formed: 1 Nov 1966
Capital: Chandigarh
Language: Hindi, Punjabi, English
Basic Information
UT Name: Chandigarh
Capital: Chandigarh
Formation Year: 1 November 1966
Official Languages: Hindi, Punjabi & English
Geography & Climate
Area: 114 sq km
Location: Foothills of Shivalik Range
Climate: Humid subtropical climate
Green Cover: One of India's greenest cities
Political Parties
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Indian National Congress (INC)
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD)
Administration
Administrator: Appointed by President of India
Municipal Corporation: Chandigarh MC
Lok Sabha Constituency: 1
Demographics
Population: ~1.2 million
Literacy: ~86%
Sex Ratio: ~818 ♀ / 1000 ♂
Urbanization: 100% Urban
Economy
Main Sectors: IT, Education, Tourism, Services
Per Capita Income: Among highest in India
Industries: Electronics, Pharmaceuticals, IT Parks
Symbols
Animal: Indian Grey Mongoose
Bird: Indian Grey Hornbill
Tree: Mango Tree
Flower: Dhak Flower
Foods
Street Food: Chole Bhature, Golgappe, Tikki
Main Course: Punjabi Cuisine, Butter Chicken, Dal Makhani
Sweets: Lassi, Jalebi, Pinni
Tourism & Heritage
Rock Garden: Famous sculpture garden by Nek Chand
Sukhna Lake: Popular tourist & boating spot
Capitol Complex: UNESCO World Heritage Site
Rose Garden: Asia's largest rose garden
Education
Panjab University — Prestigious university
PGIMER — Leading medical institute
Research & IT: Growing startup ecosystem
Transportation
Airport: Chandigarh International Airport
Road: Connected to Punjab, Haryana & Himachal
Public Transport: CTU buses & cab services
Interesting Facts
India's first planned modern city after independence.
Designed by famous architect Le Corbusier.
Acts as capital for both Punjab and Haryana.
Known as "The City Beautiful".