Andaman and Nicobar

The long coastline of 1,962 km offers tremendous opportunities for investment in India's marine industries and cruise tourism.

Per capita Income of Andaman and Nicobar

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Last updated: Jul, 2025

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Capital

Port Blair

Geographical Area (sq km)

8,250

State Language

Bengali, Tamil and Hindi

Literacy Rate

86.63 per cent

Administrative Districts

Key Industries:

Fishery

Agriculture

Tourism

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Andaman & Nicobar Administration Andaman & Nicobar Tourism Andaman & Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation Limited

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