West District
District in Sikkim
As of 2026 estimates, West District population is projected to be N/A, showing a N/A% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of 77.39% and a sex ratio of 942.
West District District of Sikkim has a total population of 1,36,435 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 70,238 are males while 66,197 are females. In 2011 there were total 5,248 families residing in urban areas while 1,31,187 families were living in rural areas. The district population is mostly Rural, with 96.15% living in rural areas and 3.85% in urban areas. The district has a total literacy rate of 77.39%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 1,36,435
- 📚 Literacy Rate
- 77.39%
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 942
- 🏙️ Urbanization
- 3.8%
per 1000 males
Urban Population
Compare with Census 2001
See how West District has changed over the decade
What is the demographics & social profile of West District?
The text sex ratio of West District stands at 942 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at 77.39%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 4.35% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 42.38% of total population in West District.
What is the workforce statistics of West District?
Out of the total population of 1,36,435, 70,348 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 51.56% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 72.82% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 27.18% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 51,225
- Marginal Workers
- 19,123
- Non-Workers
- 66,087
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of West District?
Population breakdown: 70,238 males (51.5%) and 66,197 females (48.5%) out of 1,36,435 total population.
What is the literacy rate of West District?
Literacy rate for District is 77.39% out of 93,432 total literate population.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of West District district in Sikkim?
West District district in Sikkim has a total population of 1,36,435 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 70,238 males and 66,197 females.
What is the literacy rate of West District district?
The overall literacy rate of West District district is 77.39%. Male literacy is N/A% and female literacy is N/A%.
What is the sex ratio in West District district?
The sex ratio in West District district is 942 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
Is West District district urban or rural?
West District district has 3.8% urban population and 96.2% rural population. The district is predominantly rural in nature.
What is the workforce participation in West District district?
Out of the total population of 1,36,435, 70,348 people (51.6%) are engaged in work activities in West District district.
Sources & Methodology
Primary Data: Census 2011, Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India.
2026 Projections: Estimated using linear growth extrapolation from 2001-2011 data. View our Methodology Page for details.