Sikkim is a small but strategically important Himalayan state in northeastern India, known for its rugged mountain terrain, rich biodiversity, glacial systems, and unique cultural landscape. Formerly a monarchy, Sikkim became the 22nd state of India on 16 May 1975 following a referendum and subsequent constitutional amendment.

According to the Census of India 2011, Sikkim had a total population of 610,577, making it one of the least populous states in India. Under the 2011 Census administrative structure, the state had:

• Total Districts: 4
• Total Sub-districts (Tehsils): 9
• Total Community Development Blocks: 9
• Total Villages: 451

These administrative divisions are important for preparing and using SOI shapefiles, especially for district, tehsil, and village-level GIS work.

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Download Sikkim SOI Shapefile

You can download shapefile for the state boundary, district boundaries, and sub-district boundaries for the state.

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Download District Outline and Sub-District Boundaries for Individual District

Looking for CD Block Boundary Shapefile for Any District?

How to Use These Shapefiles

1. Download the Zip File: Click the above link(s) and download the zip file containing the shapefile.
2. Extract the Contents: Unzip the downloaded file. Inside, you’ll find multiple files with extensions like .shp, .shx, .dbf, etc. All these files make up a shapefile dataset.
3. Import into GIS Software: Open your preferred GIS software (such as QGIS or ArcGIS). Use the “Add Vector Layer” tool, and select the .shp file.
4. Start Mapping: Now you’re ready to visualize and analyze India’s administrative boundaries!

Why Use Official SOI Shapefiles?

• Accuracy: Data is sourced from the official Survey of India, the most authoritative mapping agency in the country.
• Consistency: The boundaries are aligned with government records, ensuring reliability for your work.
• Compatibility: Standard shapefile format works in all major GIS and remote sensing software.

Happy Mapping!

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