Rajasthan Map

Rajasthan Map shows the state’s location, 41 districts, major cities, roads, railways, rivers, national highways and other important geographical features. Located in northwestern India, Rajasthan is the largest Indian state by area, covering 342,239 square kilometres, and shares an international border with Pakistan. It is bordered by Punjab and Haryana to the north, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh to the east, and Gujarat to the southwest. The Rajasthan map collection includes district, location, road, railway and physical maps, along with maps showing major cities, rivers, terrain and other important places. Jaipur, the state capital, is one of Rajasthan’s major urban centres. The Aravalli Range runs diagonally across the state, while the Thar Desert covers much of western Rajasthan, making maps an essential way to understand the state’s administrative divisions, geography, cities and transportation networks.

Where is Rajasthan Located?

Rajasthan is located in northwestern India. It shares an international boundary with Pakistan to the west and borders Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat within India. Jaipur is the state capital.

About Rajasthan

Rajasthan, popularly known as the “Land of Kings,” is India's largest state by area, situated in the north-west of the country. Rajasthan is one of the most geographically and historically significant states of India and a distinctive state with its great forts, magnificent palaces, desert landscape, colourful heritage and culture.

It covers a vast geographical area and is known for the Thar Desert, the Aravalli Mountain range, historical cities, wildlife sanctuaries, lakes and traditional villages. Cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner each reflect the royal heritage, architectural splendour and cultural tradition of Rajasthan. Tourism is one of the major industries of the State, and many people come from India and throughout the world to visit its forts, palaces, festivals, handicrafts and heritage sites that support tourism efforts.

History

Rajasthan has a rich history shaped by several powerful kingdoms and dynasties, especially the Rajput rulers who had a significant impact on the development of the region. The Rajputs were hardworking and courageous, and contributed to the fields of architecture, art and culture as well. Many of Rajasthan's royal forts and palaces demonstrate the majesty of the royal era – Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur are great examples.

Before independence, the region was made up of various princely states that were governed by several kings and royal families. These states amalgamated, and a new state of Rajasthan was set up following the nation's Independence in 1947.

Culture of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is known for its vibrant culture, traditional lifestyle, and colourful celebrations. Folk music, traditional dance, handicrafts and festivals with a long and rich heritage. The popular folk dances like Ghoomar and Kalbelia, traditional puppet shows and folk songs are significant symbols of the art of Rajasthan.

The state is also famous for its traditional dresses, jewellery, paintings and handicrafts. To highlight the unique traditions and flavours that the state is renowned for, festivals, fairs, and local cuisine like Dal Baati Churma highlight the unique traditions and flavours of Rajasthan.

Language

Hindi is the principal language, and the region has a few local languages. The Rajasthani languages and dialects are common all over their respective areas, like Marwari, Mewari, Dhundhari, Hadoti and Shekhawati.

Together with the folk literature, traditional songs, and oral tradition, these languages are significant in conserving the cultural heritage of Rajasthan.

Geography

Rajasthan has four broad physiographic regions: the Western Plain, Aravalli Range, Eastern Plains and southeastern plains or Hadoti Plateau. The Thar Desert dominates much of western Rajasthan, while the Aravalli Range extends diagonally across the state. Eastern and southeastern Rajasthan contain plains, river valleys and plateau landscapes. These physical regions influence Rajasthan’s climate, drainage, agriculture and settlement patterns.

Rajasthan District Map

The Rajasthan district map shows the administrative boundaries and locations of districts across the state. It helps in identifying the position of different districts and understanding the state’s regional divisions. Over the years, administrative changes have been made in Rajasthan; new districts have been established, and boundaries have been redrawn to facilitate governance. The updated map of the district reflects the administrative setup of Rajasthan as of now. Some important Rajasthan districts are Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, Bikaner, Alwar, Barmer, Jaisalmer, Nagaur, Sikar, Bhilwara, Bharatpur, Pali, Churu and Sri Ganganagar. A printable Rajasthan district map can be used for school projects, competitive exam preparation, travelling and geographical reference.

Rajasthan Map with Major Cities

The Rajasthan map with major cities shows the location of important urban centres across the state. Jaipur, the state capital, is located in eastern Rajasthan, while Jodhpur and Jaisalmer lie in the western part of the state. Udaipur is in southern Rajasthan, Kota in the southeast, Bikaner in the northwestern region and Ajmer in central Rajasthan. These cities serve as important administrative, commercial, educational, industrial and transport centres. The map helps identify their location in relation to Rajasthan's districts, neighbouring states, major roads and other geographical features.

Rajasthan State Information
Jaipur	Capital of Rajasthan and a major administrative, commercial and urban centre
Jodhpur	Major city in western Rajasthan and an important regional centre
Udaipur	Major city in southern Rajasthan and an important regional centre
Kota	Major city in southeastern Rajasthan, known for education and industry
Bikaner	Major city in northwestern Rajasthan
Ajmer	Important city in central Rajasthan and a major regional centre
Jaisalmer	Major city in western Rajasthan, located in the Thar Desert

The Rajasthan Tourism Department also identifies Jaipur as the capital and highlights Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur and other cities as major destinations/urban centres.

Rajasthan Rivers Map

The Rajasthan Rivers Map shows the major rivers and their distribution across the state. Important river systems include the Chambal, Banas, Luni and Mahi, along with other seasonal and tributary rivers. The Chambal flows through southeastern Rajasthan and is an important river of the state's southeastern region, while the Banas is a major tributary of the Chambal. The Luni River is the principal river system of western Rajasthan and flows through parts of the Aravalli region and the Thar Desert before ending in the Rann of Kutch. The Mahi River flows through southern Rajasthan, particularly the Banswara and Dungarpur regions. Together, these rivers are important geographical features of Rajasthan and are shown on the state's river and physical maps.

Rajasthan State Information
Capital	Jaipur
Date of formation	30/03/49
Governor	Shri Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde
Chief Minister	Bhajan Lal Sharma
Tourist attractions	Mount Abu , Jaipur Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jaisalmer Fort, Ranthambore, Pushkar
Festivals	Teej, Gangaur festival, Bikaner festival, Marwar festival
Major dance and music forms	Ghoomar and Kalbeliya dances; Kathputli puppet theatre; Bhopa
Arts and crafts	Rajasthani miniature paintings such as Kangra, Jodhpur, Jaipur etc; Pichhvai paintings; hand-block printing; Panihari music.
Languages	Rajasthani, Hindi
Size	342,239 km2 (132,139 sq mi)
Population (Census 2011)	68548437
Rivers	Luni, Banas, Kali Sindh, Chambal
Forests and wildlife sanctuaries	Sariska Tiger Reserve, Keoladeo Ghana NP, Ranthambore NP, Dhawa WS
State animal	Camel and Chinkara
State bird	Godawan
State flower	Rohinda
State tree	Khejri
Major crops	Jowar, pulses, maize, gram
Factoids	Jaipur's Elephant Festival has a tug-of war between humans and elephants.
Bikaner has a Karni Mata temple in which rats are worshipped.
No. of District	41

Maps in Other Regional Languages

• View Rajasthan Map in Malayalam
• View Rajasthan Map in Hindi

FAQs

Q1. How many districts are there in Rajasthan?
Rajasthan has 41 districts, which are grouped into 7 administrative divisions.

Q2. Which states share a border with Rajasthan?
Rajasthan shares its borders with Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

Q3. Which country shares an international border with Rajasthan?
Rajasthan shares an international border with Pakistan along the western and northwestern part of the state.

Q4. Where is Rajasthan located in India?
Rajasthan is located in northwestern India. It borders Pakistan to the west and is surrounded by Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat on its other sides.

Q5. What is the area of Rajasthan?
Rajasthan covers an area of approximately 342,239 square kilometres, making it the largest state in India by area.

Q6. Which desert is located in Rajasthan?
The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, covers much of western Rajasthan and is one of the state's major geographical features.

Q7. Which mountain range passes through Rajasthan?
The Aravalli Range passes diagonally across Rajasthan from the southwest toward the northeast and is one of the state's major physical features.


Last Updated on: September 16, 2026