Rajasthan Facts And Figures

Area : 342,239 sq km.
Population : 56.5 million.
Major Languages : Hindi, Marwari, and Rajasthani Language
Capital : Jaipur
Location : Western Part of India
Climate : The climate of Rajasthan is generally hot and dry, with scorching summers and cool winters.
Best Time to Visit : Mid October to mid March
International Airport : Jaipur
Domestic Airports : Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Kota and Jaisalmer

Major Festivals Rajasthan : Teej Festival, Diwali Festival, Alwar Festival, Makar Sankranti Festival, Rama Navami Festival, Gangaur Frstival, Ganesh Chaturthi Festival, Nagaur Festival, Elephant Festival, Holi Festival, Kailadevi Fair Karauli, Dusshera Festival, Summer Festival, Navratri Festival

Major Fairs Rajasthan : Nagaur Fair, Baneshwar Fair, Gogamedi Fair, Sheetla Mata Fair, Gogaji Fair, Baneshwar Fair, Ramdevra Fair, Kaila Devi Fair, Pushkar Fair, Kapil Muni Fair, Sitabari Fair, Baneshwar Fair

Tourist Attractions : wildlife, Safaris, Dances, fairs and festivals, National Parks, Music, Temples, handicrafts Jewelry, Railway Station etc.

Literacy rate : 61.03 % (As per 2001 census)

While looking at the state of Rajasthan, at a glance, the first thing we notice is its colorful and vibrant lifestyle. The otherwise dull state of Rajasthan is filled with colors with the numerous fairs and festivals that are organized here. They are also a reflection of the indomitable spirit of the Rajasthanis who have learnt to enjoy themselves even in the harshest of conditions.

Known as "a land of courage and gallantry", Rajasthan has always fascinated people from far and wide. The indomitable forts, splendid palaces of this state leave you truly mesmerized. Infact, Rajasthan Tour is full of so many contradictions that are even hard to comprehend. In the following lines, we have provided some quick facts about Rajasthan. Read on to know get quick information on Rajasthan, India.

Jaipur Location

Location: 26° 92' N 75° 82 E
Altitude: 431 m above sea level
Area: 200.4 sq. kms.

Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, a state in the Northern part of India. The pink city would have been a part of Thar Desert, if the Aravalli Hills have not separated them. As a result, Jaipur is located under the kind protection of Aravalli Hills. Under the terms of geography, Jaipur extends from latitude 26.92 degrees in the north to longitude 75.82 degrees in the east. The city covers an area of 200.4 sq kms and lies at an altitude of 431 m above sea level.

Talking about the geographical location of Jaipur, India, the city is situated in the northern part of India. Jaipur is located in a very dry and sandy area. Pink City Of Rajasthan is located at a comfortable distance of about 258 kilometres from Delhi, 232 kilometres from Agra, 350 kilometres from Gwalior and 405 kilometres from Udaipur. Jaipur is well-connected with all major cities of the country by air, rail and road.