Bhutan Statistics
Population
Total GDP
GDP Per capita
Human Development Index (HDI)
About Bhutan
Bhutan measures Gross National Happiness instead of GDP prioritizing well-being. The country is only carbon-negative nation absorbing more CO2 than it produces. Bhutanese culture emphasizes Buddhist values and environmental conservation.
The nation has Himalayan mountains with peaks over 7,000 meters height. Bhutan has constitutional monarchy transitioning to democracy gradually. The country maintains traditional dress code and architectural styles.
Thimphu is capital without traffic lights using police direction instead. Bhutan has subtropical to alpine climate zones with monsoon influence. The nation limits tourism to preserve culture and environment.
Traditional Bhutanese culture includes Buddhism, dzong fortresses, and masked festivals. The country has Dzongkha as official language with strong cultural preservation. Bhutanese cuisine features chili peppers, rice, and yak products.
The population is 782,000 with focus on sustainable development and happiness. Bhutan offers spiritual wisdom, environmental leadership, and Himalayan beauty in unique Buddhist kingdom.
Economic Indicators
Demographic Distribution
Population Data by Years
| Year | Total Population | Annual Change | Density People/KM2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2100 | 690.432 | -0.72% | 18 |
| 2090 | 741.734 | -0.8% | 19.3 |
| 2080 | 799.952 | -0.71% | 20.8 |
| 2070 | 849.494 | -0.44% | 22.1 |
| 2060 | 878.277 | -0.18% | 22.9 |
| 2050 | 882.340 | +0.1% | 23 |
| 2040 | 862.129 | +0.37% | 22.5 |
| 2030 | 820.694 | +0.54% | 21.4 |
| 2025 NOW | 796.682 | +0.65% | 20.8 |
| 2020 | 770.006 | +0.68% | 20.1 |
| 2015 | 740.618 | +1.02% | 19.3 |
| 2010 | 701.632 | +1.1% | 18.3 |
| 2005 | 661.865 | +1.74% | 17.2 |
| 2000 | 596.863 | +2.45% | 15.5 |
| 1995 | 547.989 | -1.17% | 14.3 |
| 1990 | 589.287 | +2.74% | 15.3 |
| 1985 | 508.392 | +3.17% | 13.2 |
| 1980 | 433.404 | +3.39% | 11.3 |
| 1975 | 365.791 | +3.47% | 9.5 |
| 1970 | 308.528 | +3.46% | 8 |
| 1965 | 261.200 | +3.25% | 6.8 |
| 1960 | 224.084 | +2.88% | 5.8 |
| 1955 | 194.748 | +2.79% | 5.1 |
| 1950 | 169.982 | - | 4.4 |
