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India

The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.

Emergency112All emergencies

Plug typesC · D · M230 V · 50 Hz CurrencyINRIndian Rupee

Drives on theleft

TippingAbout 10 %

Local time–+91 · Calling code

The country in brief

About 1.46 billion people live in India, on 3,287,263 km². The capital is New Delhi.

Capital: New Delhi
Population: 1,463,865,525
Area: 3,287,263 km²
Official languages: Hindi and English

Land borders

Bangladesh Bhutan China Myanmar Nepal Pakistan

Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.

Before you go

Which plugs are used in India?
Sockets take plug type C/D/M, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in India?
Call 112 for police, ambulance and fire.
Do you tip in India?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in India?
Traffic drives on the left, so look right first when you cross the street.
What currency is used in India?
Prices are in Indian Rupee (INR).
What language do they speak in India?
Official languages: Hindi and English.
How do I call a number in India from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +91.