The Last Villages and Towns of India

Northernmost Village

While the northernmost point of India is the Siachen Glacier in the Karakoram Range, the northernmost inhabited village is Turtuk in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Situated near the Line of Control between India and Pakistan, Turtuk is part of the Baltistan region and was opened to tourists in 2010.

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Easternmost Town

The easternmost inhabited village is Vijaynagar in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang district. Nestled in a remote valley, Vijaynagar is surrounded by the Namdapha National Park and is accessible primarily by foot or air, reflecting its secluded nature.

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Southernmost Town

The southernmost point of India's mainland is Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu. While Kanyakumari is a town, the nearby village of Vavathurai is often considered the southernmost settlement. This coastal village is renowned for the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, situated on a rocky islet just off the coast.

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Westernmost Village

In the westernmost part of India lies Guhar Moti, a small village in Gujarat's Kutch district. Located near the disputed Sir Creek area bordering Pakistan, Guhar Moti is characterized by its arid landscape and proximity to the Arabian Sea.

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