Facts About Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh is one of the magnificent states on the northern border of India. The name Himachal has been derived from two different origin words; one is “hima,” which means the snow, and “acal,” which means the slopes. Himachal Pradesh is situated on the bank of the Himalayan mountain range. Himachal Pradesh capital city Shimla was used as the meeting headquarters by the viceroys during the British empire. This article has covered geographical, historical, and cultural facts about Himachal Pradesh capital city and statistical figures about the Himachal Pradesh population. 

Himachal Pradesh Capital

The capital city of this paradise state of Himachal Pradesh is Shimla. Shimla has been widely famous amongst travelers and tourists worldwide for its elegant beauty. Shimla is considered the most renowned resort for couples or honeymooners who like to spend time together amidst tall mountain ranges, coniferous forested valleys, and distributed greener fields. 

Shimla has been derived from the name of Goddess Shyamala Devi. The Himachal Pradesh capital city is spread over the seven adjacent hills.  Shimla is one of the least urbanized cities in the northern region of India. 

Himachal Pradesh Cities

The total number of Himachal Pradesh cities is twelve. 

The list of cities in the state of Himachal Pradesh is: – 

1. Kangra.
2. Chamba.
3. Lahaul And Spiti.
4. Kullu.
5. Una.
6. Hamirpur.
7. Mandi.
8. Bilaspur.
9. Solan.
10. Kinnaur.
11. Shimla.
12. Sirmaur.

Himachal Pradesh Population

Himachal Pradesh population has been observed to be approximately 7.59 million (75.9 lakhs). The sky-scraping mountain range from the eastern border of this state is the real fascination of the tourists. Hence, tourism plays a significant role in contributing to the economy of this purest state of the country. 

The distribution of the population has been inclined more toward Hinduism, up to 94%, and the Muslim community consumes 3% of the population. Another portion of the population has other religions like Jainism, Christianity, and Sikhs that constitute the remaining percentage of the population. 

Extra Facts

Quick Basic Facts About Himachal Pradesh

1. Himachal Pradesh is placed on the last rank in the Corruption table in India. 
2. Himachal Pradesh stands on the 17th rank in terms of the area occupied by states in India.
3. Himachal Pradesh has a literacy rate of about 88.79%. 
4. Himachal Pradesh Population density has been observed equally to one hundred twenty-three people per square kilometer. 
5. Himachal Pradesh population count makes it stand in the 20th rank in India. 

Historical Facts About Himachal Pradesh

1. Himachal Pradesh came into existence after the Anglo Gorkha War, fought between British India and Nepal. British India won the battle against Nepal and announced it as part of India. 
2. Himachal Pradesh was not given the status of being a state earlier than 15th April 1948. Himachal Pradesh was announced as the recognized state of official India on 25th January 1971.  

Geographical Facts About Himachal Pradesh

1. Himachal Pradesh shares an international boundary with China that extends up to 346 kilometers.
2. Himachal Pradesh has five rivers: the Ravi,  the Beas, the Chenab, the Yamuna, and the Sutlej.
3. The mountain ranges of the Great Himalayas present under the boundary of this state have altitudes from the lowest of 450 meters and highest peaks even up to 6700 meters.
4. The highest peak in the Himachal Pradesh is 6820 meters in altitude, known as Reo Purgyil.
5. The largest city in terms of area spread is Lahaul and Spiti.
6. The most populated city of Himachal Pradesh in Kangra.
7. The toy trains that connect Kalka and Shimla have been added to the UNESCO Heritage site because of the narrow gauge track.
8. Himachal Pradesh attracts a massive number of tourists every year because it has two National Parks, namely, Kullu National Park and the Pin Valley National Park.

Cultural and Social Facts About Himachal Pradesh

1. Himachal Pradesh’s literacy rate is far above the literacy rate of the entire country; therefore, it stands fifth rank on the list of literacy rates of Indian states. 
2. Himachal Pradesh stands fourth in terms of per capita income according to the 2011 census.
3. Khajjiar is a small town in the Chamba district called the mini-Switzerland due to its similarities in nature.

Conclusion

Himachal Pradesh is one of the most scenic states in northern India, bounded by Jammu & Kashmir from the western borders and by the state of Uttarakhand from the southeast border. Himachal Pradesh came into existence after the Anglo Gorkha War, fought between British India and Nepal. British India won the battle against Nepal and announced it as part of India.