Sikkim
Sikkim is an Indian State located in the Northeastern region of India. Sikkim state is established on 16-May-1975 and the capital of Sikkim is Gangtok. Sikkim is a small and breathtakingly beautiful state in northeastern India, nestled in the Himalayan mountains. It's known for its stunning landscapes, like the snow-capped Kanchenjunga, the third-highest peak in the world. Sikkim is also famous for its warm and welcoming people and vibrant Buddhist culture. The major cities of Sikkim include Gangtok, Namchi, Geyzing, Mangan, Jorethang etc., while the largest city in the state is Gangtok.
As per the 2011 Census, the total area of Sikkim is 7,096 km², including 7,057.75 km² of rural area and 38.25 km² of urban area. Nepali, Bhutia, Gurung, Lepcha, Limbu, Manggar, Newari, Sherpa, Sunwar, Tamang are the main languages spoken in Sikkim. Sikkim has a sex ratio of approximately 889 females for every 1,000 males. As per the ISO 3166-2:IN standard, the ISO code of Sikkim is IN-SK.
List of Districts of Sikkim
For administrative purposes, Sikkim state is further divided into districts. As per the 2011 Census, there are 4 districts in Sikkim. Here is the complete list of Sikkim districts along with area and population details.
| # | District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East District | 954 | 2,83,583 | 297 |
| 2 | North District | 4,226 | 43,709 | 10 |
| 3 | South District | 750 | 1,46,850 | 196 |
| 4 | West District | 1,166 | 1,36,435 | 117 |
Largest & Smallest Districts
North District is the largest district in Sikkim covering an area of 4226 km², while South District is the smallest district covering an area of 750 km². East District is the most populous, whereas North District is the least populous district in Sikkim state.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest District | North District | East District |
| Smallest District | South District | South District |
Population of Sikkim
Here’s a quick overview of the population distribution in Sikkim State, based on the Census 2011 data:
- Total population of Sikkim State is 6,10,577, with around 3,23,070 males and 2,87,507 females.
- About 4,56,999 people live in rural areas, including nearly 2,42,797 males and 2,14,202 females.
- Approximately 1,53,578 people live in urban areas, including around 80,273 males and 73,305 females.
The following table provides a detailed comparison between rural, urban, and total population figures.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,56,999 | 1,53,578 | 6,10,577 |
| Male Population | 2,42,797 | 80,273 | 3,23,070 |
| Female Population | 2,14,202 | 73,305 | 2,87,507 |
Households in Sikkim
Here’s a quick overview of household distribution in Sikkim State as per the Census 2011 data:
- Total number of households in Sikkim State is approximately 1,29,006.
- Out of the total, around 93,288 households are located in rural areas.
- Approximately 35,718 households are situated in urban areas.
The following table presents a simple breakdown of household counts in rural, urban, and total categories.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 93,288 |
| Urban Households | 35,718 |
| Total Households | 1,29,006 |