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List of Districts in Sikkim 2023
Nestled in the northeastern Himalayan region, Sikkim is a picturesque state in India, known for its breathtaking landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and unique blend of cultures. As of the latest information in 2024, Sikkim is administratively divided into six districts, each contributing to the state’s governance, development, and preservation of its natural and cultural heritage. Originally comprising four districts, Sikkim underwent a significant administrative change on December 21, 2021, when it expanded its territorial divisions by adding two new districts.
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Earlier Sikkim has 4 Districts, on 21st Dec 2021 two new districts are created, taking the tally to six districts. The two new districts of Sikkim are Soreng and Pakyong. While Soreng was a part of West Sikkim district, Pakyong was a part of East Sikkim district. Sikkim has also renamed existing Districts. North Sikkim district has been renamed as Mangan; West Sikkim will be called Gyalshing; East Sikkim district has been renamed as Gangtok and South Sikkim as Namchi.
| # | District | Population (2011) | Area (km²) | Density (/km²) |
| 1 | East Sikkim (Gangtok ) | 2,83,583 | 954 | 297 |
| 2 | North Sikkim (Mangan) | 43,709 | 4,226 | 10 |
| 3 | South Sikkim (Namchi) | 1,46,850 | 750 | 196 |
| 4 | West Sikkim (Gyalshing) | 1,36,435 | 1,166 | 117 |
| 5 | Soreng* | – | – | – |
| 6 | Pakyong* | – | – | – |
*New Districts
Source: Census 2011
Largest and Smallest District in Sikkim by Area
North Sikkim district covering an area of 4226 km² is the largest district in Sikkim. South Sikkim District is the smallest district in Sikkim of with a total area of 750 km²
| # By Area | District | Area |
| Largest | North Sikkim | 4226 km² |
| Smallest | South Sikkim | 750 km2 |
Source: Census 2011
Largest and Smallest District in Sikkim by Population
East Sikkim District is the most populated district in Sikkim. Its Population as per census 2011 is 2.84 Lakhs. North Sikkim District with a population of 43709 is the least populated district in Sikkim.
| # by Population | District | Population (Census 2011) |
| Most Populated | East Sikkim | 283,583 |
| Least | North Sikkim | 43709 |
Highest and Lowest Population Density
East Sikkim District (297 people per km) has the highest Population density in Sikkim. North Sikkim District with a population density of 10 people per km is the lowest density district in Sikkim.
| # by Density | District | Density (person/km) |
| Highest | East Sikkim | 297 |
| Least | North Sikkim | 10 |
Source: Census 2011
Sikkim District with Highest and Lowest Literacy rate
| # by Literacy Rate | District | Literacy Rate |
| Most Literate | East Sikkim | 83.85% |
| Least | West Sikkim | 77.39% |
Source: Census 2011
Sikkim District with Highest and Lowest Sex Ratio
West Sikkim district (942) has the highest Male-Female Sex ratio in Sikkim. North Sikkim District (767) has the lowest male-female sex ratio in Sikkim.
| # by Sex Ratio | District | Sex ratio |
| Highest | West Sikkim | 942 females to 1000 males |
| Lowest | North Sikkim | 767 females to 1000 males |
Source: Census 2011