Gangtok represents a beautiful mosaic of Himalayan cultures, with a harmonious blend of ethnicities, religions, and languages.
| Metric | Detail | | :--- | :--- | | **Population (2011 Census)** | ~100,286 (Metropolitan area) | | **Predominant Ethnicities** | Indian Gorkhas (Nepalis), Bhutias, Lepchas | | **Major Religions** | Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam | | **Primary Languages** | Nepali (Lingua Franca), English, Hindi, Bhutia, Lepcha | | **Average Literacy** | 89.33% | | **Gender Ratio** | 912 females per 1000 males (approx) |
