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{{Infobox state | {{Infobox state | ||
| name = Sikkim | | name = Sikkim | ||
| capital = | | capital = Gangtok | ||
| districts = | | districts = 6 | ||
| area = | | area = 7,096 km² | ||
| population = | | population = 610,577 | ||
| official_languages = | | official_languages = English, Nepali, Sikkimese | ||
}} | }} | ||
Sikkim is a state in northeastern India. It borders Bhutan in the east, the Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north and northeast, Koshi Province of Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is also close to the Siliguri Corridor, which borders Bangladesh. Sikkim is the least populous and second-smallest among the Indian states. Situated in the Eastern Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as being a host to Kangchenjunga, the highest peak in India and third-highest on Earth. Sikkim's capital and largest city is Gangtok. Almost 35% of the state is covered by Khangchendzonga National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. | |||
== Political Leaders == | == Political Leaders == | ||
Latest revision as of 13:12, 4 February 2026
| Sikkim | |
|---|---|
| Capital | Gangtok |
| Districts | 6 |
| Area | 7,096 km² |
| Population (2011) | 610,577 |
| Official Language(s) | English, Nepali, Sikkimese |
Sikkim is a state in northeastern India. It borders Bhutan in the east, the Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north and northeast, Koshi Province of Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is also close to the Siliguri Corridor, which borders Bangladesh. Sikkim is the least populous and second-smallest among the Indian states. Situated in the Eastern Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as being a host to Kangchenjunga, the highest peak in India and third-highest on Earth. Sikkim's capital and largest city is Gangtok. Almost 35% of the state is covered by Khangchendzonga National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Political Leaders
Professionals
- List of notable professionals from Sikkim.
Institutions
- Major universities and institutes in Sikkim.
Notable Personalities
- Famous people from Sikkim.