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Which languages are commonly spoken in Uttarakhand besides Hindi?

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Uttarakhand Bathing ghats on the Bhagirathi River at Gangotri, Uttarakhand, India.

In addition to Hindi, which is the official language of the state, the most common spoken language in Uttarakhand is Hindustani, a blend of Hindi and Urdu.1

Other languages spoken throughout the region include:

Garhwali and Kumauni: These are Pahari languages associated with the state's two primary geocultural regions.1
Punjabi: Spoken by segments of the population.1
Nepali: Used by communities, particularly those living near the border with Nepal.1

Additionally, English is widely used in the education system, serving as a required course in high schools and the primary medium of instruction at the university level.2