INFORMATION
13,624
Viharayas
157,525
Bhikkus
Registered since 1932
3,963
Silmatha
400
SBMs
2,032
Aramayas
10,851
Dhamma Schools
2.1M
DS Students
112,310
DS Teachers
39
Devalayas
39
Nilames
Viharaya by Class
Viharaya by Type
Bhikkus by Category
Religious Entities Overview
The Department of Buddhist Affairs is the central government institution responsible for safeguarding, promoting, and administering the Theravāda Buddhist tradition in Sri Lanka through the guidance of temples, clergy, and community services.