Seven Sisters of India

The northeastern part of India is full of natural treasures and topographical bliss. There are seven states that make it a heaven for tourists. All the states are composed of different tribes and natives, creating a conglomerated platform serving as the epitome of unity. Many eminent personalities in different domains have appeared from these states, especially in the sports division. Let us check these northeastern states at a glance and understand how these Seven Sisters are the jewels of India’s crown and check more about the largest state in northeast India.

There are seven states in the northeastern part of India covering a major part of the Himalayan Ranges. Most states have diverse kinds of landforms including plain lands, river basins, steep hills, forest regions, and snow-capped mountains. The seven states are Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, and Nagaland. Most states are adorned by tribes of different origins. In fact, the local language and traditions change within a short span of distance. Most of these states have a common language for easier communication. Let us find out the Seven Sisters capital one by one. 

Seven Sisters of the North East

In this section, we will discuss the 7 Sisters of India with capital and understand how each one of them is the gem of India. 

1. Arunachal Pradesh

It is the topmost state in this region of India and is surrounded by China in its northern and northeastern borders, Bhutan on its western side, Assam in the southern part, and Myanmar in the eastern part. In terms of area, this is the largest state in northeast India. Here is a list of facts you should know about this state.

• The capital of this state is Itanagar.

• The area of this state is 83,743 square km.

• It has 13 districts, and it attained statehood on 20th February 1987. It is the 24th state included in the Indian Union.

• As per the Census 2011, its population is 13.84 Lakhs.

• Agriculture is the prime occupation here. Tourism also plays an important part. More than 62% of its area is covered by forests.

• This state receives 3300 cm of rainfall across the year annually.

2. Assam

This state lies right in the middle of the northeastern frontier of India. This state has a unique topography covering an area of 78,437 square km. There are 23 districts in this state. It attained its statehood on the Independence Day of India. Assam is also called the Gateway of North East as the plain lands allow proper communication with the rest of the country. Here is a list of facts you need to know about this state.

• The total population of this state is 3.12 Crore.

• The capital of this state is Dispur.

• More than 63% of the state population is engaged in agriculture.

• Rice is the staple food of the Assamese people.

• Nearly 22.41% of the state’s area is covered with forests.

• This state receives 200-300 cm of rainfall annually.

3. Manipur

Known as the land of gems, this state is called ‘Manipur’. It is also called the Suvarnabhumi or the land of gold. It attained its statehood in 1972. The prime language spoken in this state is Manipuri and English. Manipur is mostly covered with hills and forests. There are nine districts in this state. Check out the facts about this state.

• The capital of this state is Imphal.

• The total population of this state is 2.72 million.

• More than 88% of the population residing in the hills and 60% residing in the valleys depend on agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and animal husbandry.

• This state receives 1467.5 cm of rainfall every year.

• The largest freshwater lake named Loktak Lake is located in this state.

4. Meghalaya

As the name suggests, this state is called the abode of clouds. Meghalaya is the home of the Khasi, Jaintia, and Garo tribes. This state received its statehood in the year 1972 with Manipur. The size of its economy is US$ 4.29 billion. The flatlands and hillsides of this state are utilised for agricultural and animal rearing purposes. Here is a list of facts about this state you will admire.

• The prime languages spoken in this state are Garo, Khasi, and English.

• Above 80% of the population in this state relies on agriculture as the prime source of income.

• The major crops of this state are maize and rice. This state is known for its bananas, jackfruits, pineapple, and oranges. 

• The capital of Meghalaya is Shillong.

• This state receives rainfall of 241.5 cm in a year. 

5. Mizoram

Here is the list of facts about one of the northeast states and capitals, Mizoram and Aizawl.

This is a small state in the northeastern part of India and acquires an area of 21,081 sq. km. This state got its identity on 21st January 1972. This state is comparatively low in population when the area is compared. The size of its economy is US$2.015 billion. Like its sisters, this state has a diverse tribal population living in the hills, valleys, and plain lands. The major crops grown in this state are maize, rice, soybean, etc. 

• The capital city of this state is Aizawl.

• The prime languages spoken in this state are Kuki, Mizo, and English.

• The total population of this state is 1,091,014 as per Census 2011.

• The stunning fact of this state is that its literacy rate is 91.33%.

6. Nagaland

Nagaland, or the land of Naga tribes, is one of the Seven Sisters of the Northeast. It is a hilly state with an area of 19,579 square km. It has 23 districts and got its statehood in 1963. As per the Census 2011, the total population of India is 29.67 Lakh. The literacy rate of this state is 74.43%. It shares the easternmost border of India with Myanmar. The fascinating facts about this state are mentioned below.

• There is no practice of the caste system in this state. Everyone considers others the same.

• Both Naga and non-Naga tribes live in harmony.

• The major languages spoken in this state are Chang, Ao, Sema, Lotha, Chakhesang, Sangtam, and English.

• More than 85% of the people here rely on agriculture. 

• The name of the state means the ‘land of serpents’. Due to its hilly and forest-covered topography, it is the home to a diverse species of snakes.

• The average rainfall received by this state is 180 to 250 cm every year.

7. Tripura

Tripura is the smallest among the Seven Sisters in northeast India. It has an area of 10,492 square km. It is also the ancient home of the Bodo tribe. There are four districts in this state. A major part of its border is shared by Bangladesh. The size of its economy is US$ 5.247 billion. The prime cash crops grown in this state are jute, tea, cotton, and fruits. These crops grow well in this state due to their marshy topography. Apart from these cash crops, this state also grows potatoes, mustard, and sugar cane in abundance. Here is the list of facts of this state.

• The capital of this state is Agartala.

• This state got its identity in 1972. 

• The total population as per the Census 2011 is 36.74 Lakh.

• The main languages spoken in this state are Bengali and English.

• The literacy rate of this state is 87.22%.

Bonus Fact About Sikkim and the Seven Sisters

Sikkim is located right above West Bengal and is surrounded by Nepal and Bhutan. Despite being similar in terms of location and tribal aspect, it is not considered as one of the Seven Sisters. 

Due to its separation from the other sisters done by the two countries and West Bengal, it is not considered as one of the states. This is one of the fascinating facts of Seven Sisters that most of us do not know. 

Check these northeastern states at a glance and realise how diverse they are in terms of culture, tradition, and practices. Get Seven Sisters information from this article and understand why these states are called with this name.

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