India
Overview of vector activity, local transmission rates, and prevention.
Mosquito Vector Activity in India
In India, mosquito-borne diseases are a significant public health challenge, driven by high rainfall during the southwest monsoon, urban expansion, and agricultural irrigation. Key vector genera present include Anopheles (malaria), Aedes (dengue and chikungunya), and Culex (lymphatic filariasis and Japanese encephalitis).
How Many Types of Mosquitoes Are There in India?
Entomological surveys have cataloged approximately 400+ distinct species of mosquitoes in India within the family Culicidae. While the vast majority do not interact with humans, a subset of about 10–12 species serves as primary disease vectors of major public health significance. Chief among these are Anopheles stephensi (well-adapted to urban water tanks), Aedes aegypti (breeding in clean household containers), and Anopheles culicifacies (the primary rural malaria vector).
States / Regions in India
No states or provinces currently indexed for India. More region profiles are added daily.