About the Nation

Sri Lanka

A nation of 23.3 million people — with a growing Church called to serve and transform her communities.

Map of Sri Lanka districts

Religion (National)

7.4%Christian
Buddhism — 70.2%
Hinduism — 12.6%
Islam — 9.7%
Christianity — 7.4%
Other — 0.1%

Ethnicity (National)

Sinhalese74.9%
Sri Lankan Tamils11.2%
Sri Lankan Moors9.2%
Indian Tamils4.2%
350K
Christians
2,500
Churches
5,000
Pastors
36,000
Villages
District Database

Quick Facts by District

Select any of the 25 districts below to view local population statistics, religious breakdown, and landmarks.

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