Designed by a French architect, Chandigarh is the first planned modern city of India. It serves as the joint capital of both, Punjab and Haryana states. Also known as "City of Roses," it is one of the most attractive cities of India.
As per 2001 census, the population of Chandigarh was more than 9.5 Lacs with 86,6% constituting urban population. The male female ratio is 1000:777 which is the lowest in the country.
Chandigarh has a sub-tropical continental monsoon climate. This is characterized by a seasonal hot summers, cool winters, unreliable rainfall and great variation in temperature which can range from 0°C to 44°C. In winters, frost sometimes occurs during December and January.
Chandigarh has good reach from all the major cities of India. Located 250 km from Delhi, the city can be reached with ease.
» Air : The city has a domestic airport, with direct flights to many places, including the capital of India, New Delhi, Mumbai, Delhi, Jammu, and Amritsar.
» Rail : The rail network serves the city conveniently. Several important trains and express trains also cover the city on their route. Shatabdi Express and Himalayan Queen provide two train connections every day between Chandigarh and Delhi. Paschim Express connects the city to Mumbai.
» Road : Chandigarh is well served by an excellent network of roads. The National Highways No. 21 (Ambala-Kinnaur) and 22 (Chandigarh-Leh) are the chief road ways linking Chandigarh with the rest of the country. The city is within motorable distance from a number of popular towns and pilgrimage centres. |
