Phuentsholing's demographics reflect its status as a commercial border town, resulting in a more diverse population compared to the rest of Bhutan.
| Demographic Category | Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Estimated Population** | ~27,000 - 30,000 (Thromde area) | | **Ethnic Composition** | Ngalop, Sharchop, Lhotshampa, and Indian expatriate workers | | **Religions** | Vajrayana Buddhism, Hinduism | | **Primary Languages** | Dzongkha, Lhotshamkha (Nepali), Hindi, English, Sharchop | | **Age Distribution** | Predominantly young and working-age (15-55) due to economic migration | | **Economic Profile** | Business owners, logistics workers, civil servants, and students |
