This Assam location map highlights the northeastern state of Assam within India, showcasing its geographical position and boundaries. Assam, known for its tea plantations, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage, shares borders with several northeastern states and Bhutan. Positioned near the Bay of Bengal, the map provides clear visualization of Assam’s location in India. It is an ideal reference for students, researchers, and travelers seeking accurate geographical and political context of Assam in India.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| Capital | Dispur |
| Formation Date | 26 January 1950 |
| Official Languages | Assamese, Bodo, Bengali (in Barak Valley) |
| Area | 78,438 sq. km |
| Population (2021 est.) | ~36 million |
| Literacy Rate | ~73.18% |
| State Animal | One-Horned Rhinoceros |
| State Bird | White-winged Wood Duck (Deoha Duck) |
| State Flower | Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phool) |
| State Tree | Hollong |
| Major Rivers | Brahmaputra, Barak |
| No. of Districts | 35 |
| Largest District (By Area) | Karbi Anglong |
| Borders With | Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, West Bengal, and international borders with Bhutan & Bangladesh |
| Major Religion | Hinduism, followed by Islam |
| Famous For | Tea plantations, Kaziranga National Park, silk (Muga, Eri), Bihu festiva |