The following is a comparison between India and Canada, two large countries of the world. Let’s read.
India and Canada – country comparison
GDP
India has a larger economy than Canada, driven by its vast population, large domestic market, and diverse industries such as information technology, manufacturing, agriculture, and services. Canada, while smaller in overall economic size, has a higher GDP per capita and a highly developed economy with strengths in natural resources, energy, manufacturing, finance, and services. The table below compares the GDP and GDP per capita of India and Canada.
| 2025 (IMF) | India | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Currency | Indian Rupee | Canadian Dollar |
| GDP (nominal, USD) | $3.92 trillion | $2.32 trillion |
| GDP per capita (nominal, USD) | $2.68 thousand | $55.76 thousand |
| GDP (PPP, international $) | $17.26 trillion | $2.79 trillion |
| GDP per capita (PPP, international $) | $11.79 thousand | $67.01 thousand |
Population
India is the most populous country in the world. Canada, on the other hand, has a relatively small population. India also has one of the highest population densities among large countries, while Canada is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world.
| 2025 estimate | India | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1.46 billion | 40.1 million |
| Population aged 0-14 | 24.2% | 15% |
| Population aged 15-64 | 68.7% | 65% |
| Population aged 65 and older | 7% | 20% |
| Total fertility rate, per woman | 1.9 | 1.3 |
Life
| India | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy at birth (2023/UN) | 72 | 82.63 |
| Human Development Index rank (2023) | 130th | 16th |
| Human Development Index value | 0.685 | 0.939 |
Overview
Canada is the second-largest country in the world by total area, while India is the seventh-largest. Canada covers nearly 10 million square kilometers, making it more than three times larger than India, which covers approximately 3.3 million square kilometers.
| India | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| Area | approximately 3.3 million sq km | approximately 10 million sq km |
| Area rank | 7th | 2nd |
| Population | 1.46 billion (2025 estimate) | 40.1 million (2025 estimate) |
| Capital city | New Delhi | Ottawa |
| Largest city | Delhi | Toronto |
| Largest metropolitan area | National Capital Region (NCR) | Greater Toronto Area |
| Most spoken language | Hindi | English |
| Most popular sport | Cricket | Ice hockey |
Geography
| India | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| Continent | Asia | North America |
| Forest cover (2023) | 24.5% | 39.5% |
| Total number of time zones | 1 | 6 |
| Highest mountain | K2 (8,611 m/28,251 ft) (claimed); Kanchenjunga (8,586 m/28,169 ft) (otherwise) | Mount Logan (5,959 m/19,551 ft) |
| Major rivers | Ganga (Ganges), Yamuna, Teesta, Brahmaputra, Narmada, Kaveri, Indus, etc. | Mackenzie, Yukon, Saint Lawrence, Nelson, Slave, etc. |
| Largest island | North Andaman | Baffin Island |
| Largest lake | Vembanad Lake | Lake Superior (shared with the US); Great Bear Lake (entirely within Canada) |
| National animal | Tiger | Beaver and the Canadian horse |
| National tree | Indian banyan tree | The maple tree |
Tourism
| India | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| International tourist arrivals | 20.6 million (2024) | 19.9 million (2024) |
| Number of UNESCO world heritage sites | 44 | 22 |
| Popular places to visit | Himalayas, Ajanta and Ellora caves, Mahabalipuram, Western Ghats, Jaipur, Varanasi, Sarnath, Amritsar, Taj Mahal, etc. | Toronto, Montreal, Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Banff National Park, Vancouver, Quebec City, Whistler, etc. |
Famous wildlife
- India – Tiger, Asiatic lion, Indian elephant, Indian rhino, Gharial, Mugger crocodile, Sloth bear, Asiatic black bear, etc.
- Canada – Moose, Polar bear, Grizzly bear, American bison, Beaver, Black bear, Canada lynx, etc.
Climate
- India is largely a warm country, but it encompasses a wide range of climate zones, from tropical to tundra.
- Canada is largely a cold country.
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Popular sports
- Cricket, badminton, kabaddi, football, and hockey are the most popular sports in India.
- Ice hockey, lacrosse, basketball, baseball, and football are the most popular sports in Canada.
Major languages
- India – Hindi, English, Bengali, Telugu, Tamil, Gujarati, etc.
- Canada – English and French
Major international airports
India
- Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
- Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai
- Chennai International Airport, Chennai
- Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore
- Cochin International Airport, Kochi
Canada
- Toronto Pearson International Airport
- Vancouver International Airport
- Calgary International Airport
- Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
- Edmonton International Airport