Smallest State in India by Area and Population

India, a land of diverse cultures, languages, and landscapes, is also home to a remarkable geographical variety. Goa is the smallest state in India, which carries a significant historical, cultural, and natural legacy. Renowned for its pristine beaches, vibrant nightlife, rich Portuguese heritage, and lush landscapes, Goa stands as a testament to the adage “Great things come in small packages.” In this article, we will learn interesting facts about the smallest state in India, Goa, and the list of smallest states in India by population and area.

Smallest States of India List by Area

Goa is the smallest state in terms of area which covers an area of about 3,702 sq. km, followed by Sikkim, Tripura, Nagaland, and Mizoram.

Here is the list of the smallest states of India:

S. No.	State	Area (sq. km)
1.	Goa	3,702
2.	Sikkim	7,096
3.	Tripura	10,486
4.	Nagaland	16,579
5.	Mizoram	21,081
6.	Manipur	22,327
7.	Meghalaya	22,429
8.	Kerala	38,963
9.	Haryana	44,212
10.	Punjab	50,362
11.	Uttarakhand	53,483
12.	Himachal Pradesh	55,673
13.	Assam	78,438
14.	Jharkhand	79,714
15.	Arunachal Pradesh	83,743
16.	West Bengal	88,752
17.	Bihar	94,163
18.	Telangana	112,077
19.	Tamil Nadu	130,058
20.	Chhattisgarh	135,191
21.	Odisha	155,707
22.	Andhra Pradesh	162,968
23.	Karnataka	191,791
24.	Gujarat	196,024
25.	Uttar Pradesh	240,928
26.	Maharashtra	307,713
27.	Madhya Pradesh	308,245
28.	Rajasthan	342,239

Interesting Facts about the Smallest State of India, Goa

Some of the interesting facts about the smallest state, Goa are as follows:

Goa is India’s smallest state, covering just 3,702 sq. km.
Its coastline stretches for 105 km along the Arabian Sea.
Goa was a Portuguese colony for over 400 years, leading to a unique blend of Indian and European Cultures.
The Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa houses the remains of St. Francis Xavier and showcases intricate Baroque architecture.
Goa’s Carnival, a legacy of its Portuguese past, is a vibrant pre-Lenten festival celebrated with colorful processions and music.
Goa is renowned for its palm-fringed beaches, including popular spots like Baga, Anjuma, and Palolem.
Dudhsagar Waterfalls, located in the state, is one of India’s highest waterfalls and a popular tourist attraction.
Goa is home to the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, housing diverse wildlife including tigers and panthers.
The state is known for its cashew plantations and the production of feni, a traditional liquor made from cashew apples.
Sustainable tourism efforts are being promoted to preserve Goa’s natural beauty and cultural heritage amidst its popularity as a tourist destination.

Smallest States in India by Population

India’s smallest state in terms of population is Sikkim with a population of 610,577.

Here is the list of India’s smallest states in terms of population:

S. No.	State	Population
1.	Sikkim	610,577
2.	Mizoram	1,097,206
3.	Arunachal Pradesh	1,458,545
4.	Goa	1,458,502
5.	Nagaland	1,978,502
6.	Manipur	2,855,794
7.	Meghalaya	2,966,889
8.	Tripura	3,673,917
9.	Himachal Pradesh	6,864,602
10.	Uttarakhand	10,086,292
11.	Chhattisgarh	25,351,462
12.	Haryana	25,545,198
13.	Punjab	27,743,338
14.	Assam	31,205,576
15.	Jharkhand	32,988,134
16.	Kerala	33,406,061
17.	Telangana	35,198,978
18.	Odisha	41,974,218
19.	Gujarat	60,439,692
20.	Karnataka	61,095,297
21.	Rajasthan	68,548,437
22.	Tamil Nadu	72,147,030
23.	Madhya Pradesh	72,626,809
24.	Andhra Pradesh	84,580,777
25.	West Bengal	91,276,115
26.	Bihar	104,099,452
27.	Maharashtra	112,372,333
28.	Uttar Pradesh	199,812,341