Population, total in Sri Lanka was reported at 21916000 in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Sri Lanka - Population, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on September of 2025.



Sri Lanka - Population, Total
Total population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship. The values shown are midyear estimates.

Sri Lanka | World Bank Development Indicators