Ahmedabad
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About Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad is the most populous city in the Indian state of Gujarat and the seat of the Gujarat High Court. Its population was 5,570,585 at the 2011 census, sixth in India, and the urban area was estimated at 8,854,444 in 2024. The city lies near the Sabarmati River, 25 km from the state capital Gandhinagar, its twin city. Ahmedabad stays on UTC+5:30 throughout the year, with no clock changes. Ahmedabad has the same time as Delhi all year. Ahmedabad is 10 hours 30 minutes ahead of New York in January and 9 hours 30 minutes ahead in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
What UTC offset is used in Ahmedabad?+
Ahmedabad uses UTC+5:30 throughout the year. It has no daylight saving period, so clocks are never moved and the offset is the same in January and July.
Does Ahmedabad show the same time as Delhi?+
Yes. Delhi uses the same UTC+5:30 offset all year round, so the two cities are always on the same clock time.
How many hours ahead of New York is Ahmedabad?+
Ahmedabad is 10 and a half hours ahead of New York in January and 9 and a half hours ahead in July. The gap is one hour smaller in summer because New York moves to UTC-4.
How many people live in Ahmedabad?+
Ahmedabad had a population of 5,570,585 in the 2011 census, which made it the sixth-most populous city in India. The surrounding urban area was estimated at 8,854,444.
What was Ahmedabad called historically?+
Ahmedabad was historically known as Karnavati, a Sanskrit name. It is also spelt Amdavad, and it is the most populous city in the Indian state of Gujarat.