Sikkim Population
As per the 2011 Census, Sikkim State has a population of 6.11 Lac (6,10,577) with 3.23 Lac (3,23,070) males and 2.88 Lac (2,87,507) females.The sex ratio in Sikkim is 890, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sikkim State is 64.11 k (64,111) which is 10.5% of Sikkim State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sikkim State is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Sikkim State is listed as part of the North East region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Sikkim Population Census 2011
- Sikkim Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Sikkim Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Sikkim State current estimated population is projected to be 6.95 Lac (6,95,104), indicating a 13.84% increased from Sikkim's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.66 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.28 Lac.
Sikkim Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Sikkim State estimated population is projected to be 7.01 Lac (7,01,070), projecting a 14.82% increased from Sikkim's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.69 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.32 Lac.
Sikkim Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Sikkim State, with a total Hindu population of 3.53 Lac (3,52,662), accounting for 57.76% of the Sikkim State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.90 Lac (1,89,972), and the Hindu female population is around 1.63 Lac (1,62,690).
Sikkim Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Sikkim State, with a total Buddhist population of 1.67 Lac (1,67,216), accounting for 27.39% of the Sikkim State population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 85.30 k (85,302), and the Buddhist female population is around 81.91 k (81,914).
Sikkim Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 3,52,662 | 57.76% |
| Buddhist | 1,67,216 | 27.39% |
| Christian | 60,522 | 9.91% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 16,300 | 2.67% |
| Muslim | 9,867 | 1.62% |
| Sikh | 1,868 | 0.31% |
| Religion not stated | 1,828 | 0.3% |
| Jain | 314 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSikkim Urban Population
The Urban population of Sikkim State is 1.54 Lac (1,53,578), with 80.27 k (80,273) being males and 73.31 k (73,305) being females, making up 25.15% of the Sikkim total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Sikkim Rural Population
The Rural population of Sikkim State is 4.57 Lac (4,56,999), with 2.43 Lac (2,42,797) being males and 2.14 Lac (2,14,202) being females, making up 74.85% of the Sikkim total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 883 females for every 1000 males.
Sikkim Literacy Rate
Sikkim State has a literacy rate of 81.42% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sikkim State is 86.55 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sikkim State is 75.61 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sikkim State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.71%, while in the rural regions of Sikkim State, it is around 78.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sikkim
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.42 | 86.55 | 75.61 |
| Urban Area | 88.71 | 92.35 | 84.7 |
| Rural Area | 78.95 | 84.62 | 72.45 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Sikkim
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.96 | 87.21 | 75.75 |
| Buddhist | 80.42 | 85.53 | 75.1 |
| Christian | 82.12 | 86.64 | 77.6 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 78.78 | 85.23 | 72.04 |
Sikkim Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sikkim State is 28.28 k (28,275) with 14.45 k (14,454) males and 13.82 k (13,821) females, which is 4.63% of Sikkim State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Sikkim Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sikkim State is 2.06 Lac (2,06,360) with 1.05 Lac (1,05,261) males and 1.01 Lac (1,01,099) females, which is 33.8% of Sikkim State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Sikkim Slum Population
Slum Population in Sikkim State is 31.38 k (31,378) with 16.22 k (16,216) males and 15.16 k (15,162) females, which is 5.14% of Sikkim State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 936 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Sikkim State are 7.20 k (7,203).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sikkim
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 |
| Urban Area | 914 |
| Rural Area | 883 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Sikkim
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 857 |
| Buddhist | 961 |
| Christian | 999 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 959 |
Sikkim Area & Households
The Total Area of Sikkim State is 7,096 Square KM, with a population density of 86 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sikkim State are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Sikkim State are 451.The Total Number of households in Sikkim State are 1.29 Lac(1,29,006).
Sikkim Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Sikkim State, there are about 3.08 Lac (3,08,138) workers, making up nearly 50.47% of the Sikkim State total population. Out of these, around 1.94 Lac (1,94,358) are male workers, and about 1.14 Lac (1,13,780) are female workers.
Sikkim - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Sikkim state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 59,014, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 6,10,577 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 50.77% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 24.79%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Sikkim State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 59,014 to 6,10,577.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 50.77%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 59.01 k | ----- | ----- | 30.80 k | 28.22 k |
| 1911 | 87.92 k | 28.91 k | 48.98159759 | 45.06 k | 42.86 k |
| 1921 | 81.72 k | -6.20 k | -7.050727934 | 41.49 k | 40.23 k |
| 1931 | 1.10 Lac | 28.09 k | 34.36937874 | 55.83 k | 53.98 k |
| 1941 | 1.22 Lac | 11.71 k | 10.66588955 | 63.29 k | 58.23 k |
| 1951 | 1.38 Lac | 16.21 k | 13.33525346 | 72.21 k | 65.52 k |
| 1961 | 1.62 Lac | 24.46 k | 17.76293338 | 85.19 k | 77.00 k |
| 1971 | 2.10 Lac | 47.65 k | 29.38177065 | 1.13 Lac | 97.18 k |
| 1981 | 3.16 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 50.77224401 | 1.72 Lac | 1.44 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.06 Lac | 90.07 k | 28.469112 | 2.16 Lac | 1.90 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.41 Lac | 1.34 Lac | 33.06475224 | 2.88 Lac | 2.52 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.11 Lac | 69.73 k | 12.89190553 | 3.23 Lac | 2.88 Lac |
Sikkim - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.95 Lac (6,95,104) | 13.84% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.01 Lac (7,01,070) | 14.82% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.07 Lac (7,07,037) | 15.8% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.12 Lac (7,12,009) | 16.61% | 0.81 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.18 Lac (7,17,975) | 17.59% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.24 Lac (7,23,942) | 18.57% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.29 Lac (7,28,914) | 19.38% | 0.81 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.34 Lac (7,33,886) | 20.2% | 0.82 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.39 Lac (7,38,858) | 21.01% | 0.81 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.43 Lac (7,42,836) | 21.66% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.48 Lac (7,47,808) | 22.48% | 0.82 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 7.52 Lac (7,51,786) | 23.13% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 7.57 Lac (7,56,758) | 23.94% | 0.81 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Sikkim State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.57 Lac (7,56,758), with a male population of 3.97 Lac (3,96,631) and a female population of 3.60 Lac (3,60,130). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Sikkim State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.