North East Delhi district

North East Delhi covers 56 square kilometers along the Yamuna River, containing three subdivisions: Gokalpur, Karawal Nagar, and Seelampur with a population of 2.2 million residents.

The district emerged during the 1997 reorganization of Delhi's administrative structure, becoming one of eleven districts that manage the National Capital Territory governance system.

The population includes 71% Hindu and 29% Muslim residents, with religious structures and celebrations representing both faiths throughout the neighborhoods and communities.

The district connects to other parts of Delhi through an extensive transportation network, including metro lines, bus routes, and major roadways for daily commuters.

North East Delhi maintains three administrative villages: Shahdara, Seema Puri, and Mandoli, with Seelam Pur containing twelve distinct sub-villages within its boundaries.

Location: Delhi division

Inception: 1997

Shares border with: Ghaziabad district, East Delhi district

Website: http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_dcnortheast_new/Deputy+Commissioner%28North-East%29/Home

GPS coordinates: 28.68722,77.26000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:05