Saturday, February 15, 2025

New Map of Nepal with 77 districts

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Nepal is one of the least developed countries around the globe, It is surrounded by two gigantic countries; India to the east, south and west, and China to the North, and is a landlocked country in South Asia. Covering a total of 147,516 square km of land, its territory from east to west is roughly configured as 500 miles (800 km), while from north to south, it is 90 to 150 miles. Nepal is an Asian country divided into Terai, Mountains, and Hilly regions.

Some Basic and Important Information

Flag Of Nepal

Also known as Nepāl Adhirājya

Capital: Kathmandu

Population: 35,053,476 (as per 2080 records)

Currency: Nepalese rupee (Rs or NPR)

The country’s capital city is Kathmandu and there are 7 provinces alongside 77 districts in Nepal

In Table 

Province 1Province 2Province 3Province 4Province 5Province 6Province 7
BhojpurBaraBhaktapurBaglungArghakhanchiDailekhAchham
DhankutaDhanusaChitwanGorkhaBankeDolpaBaitadi
IlamMahottariDhadingKaskiBardiyaJumlaBajhang
JhapaParsaDolakhaLamjungNawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West)KalikotDarchula
KhotangRautahatKathmanduMustangRolpaMuguDadeldhura
MorangSarlahiKavrepalanchokNawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East)KapilbastuJajarkotDoti
OkhaldhungaSaptariMakawanpurParbatDangRukum WestKailali
PanchtharSirahaNuwakotSyangjaRupandehiSalyanKanchanpur
SankhuwasabhaLalitpurTanahuRukum EastSurkhetBajura
SolukhumbuRasuwaMyagdiPyuthanHumla
SunsariSindhuliManangPalpa
TaplejungSindhupalchokGulmi
TerhathumRamechhap
Udayapur

Former Map of Nepal

It has not been long since the new Map of Nepal was published, and it was when the Council of Ministers of Nepal announced the new map on 20 May 2020. Places like Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura, which were originally part of Nepal but not available on the map, were again included in the map. The featured (on top) image of the map of Nepal demonstrates the new map of Nepal. 

The former map of Nepal is presented below;

former map of nepal
Nepal political map with capital Kathmandu, national borders, cities, and rivers. Federal democratic republic and landlocked country in South Asia, bordered by China and India. English labeling.

Map image of Nepal based on the Province

As mentioned in the table earlier, there are seven provinces in Nepal, and each province has different districts in it. There are 7 provinces categorized under different names; 

Province 1Koshi
Province 2Madhesh
Province 3Bagmati
Province 4Gandaki
Province 5Lumbini
Province 6Karnali
Province 7Sudurpashchim

Let us explore the districts of each province separately and based on the National Population and Housing Census 2021. For each district of each province, the population size and distribution, the Marital Status, Disability, and Birth Registration is figured out, where the Population Size and Distribution will be calculated separately for all 77 districts using the formula. Meanwhile, the Marital Status, Disability, and Birth Registration is calculated on the basis of the total census taken of each group of population, and the total population available in the district. For instance,

Marital Status

The marital status of any particular district is calculated in terms of never married, married, widow, and divorced, and the percentage is calculated in relevance to the overall available population. This calculation is done in terms of calculations and portrayed in the graph.

Disability

The Disability of any particular district is calculated with relevance to the overall population and multiplied by a hundred. The graph of the total percentage of Disabled people in terms of male, female, and total population is presented in the graph, for all the districts.

Birth Registration

There are some newborns and young population who have not registered their birth due to certain reasons and for each province, the number and graph are presented below.

Now, for each District of each Province;

Koshi Province

map of province 1

There are 14 districts in the province and among them, Biratnagar is stated as the interim capital, also the headquarters of the province. Other districts of the provinces are mentioned below;

Let’s individually talk about each district;

  1. Bhojpur District 
  • Famous for its cultural heritage, Bhojpuri knives (Khukuri production), and various other traditional crafts. Going on a trek into the Arun Valley is also something popular there. 
  • Headquarters is Bhojpur
  • Total land area of 1,507 square Km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Bhojpur is 157,923.

Population Size and Distribution

population size province 1

Total Males= 49.5%
Total Females=
50.5%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (49.5/50.5)*100% = 0.9812*100% = 98.12%

This means that there are 98.12 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =157923/1507 =104.8

Population Density provides people with an idea on how crowded the area is and having approximately 105 Persons per sq km means that there are 105 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

The annual Population Growth rate is calculated by taking the current population size subtracting the previous population size and then multiplying the result value by 100.

Marital Status

marital status province 1

Disability

disability province 1

Birth Registration

Out of 15,072

CategoryValue
Registered10,871
Not Registered4,201
birth registration province 1

2. Dhankuta District 

  • Famous for its Local crafts, is rich in culture, and has scenic landscapes, and hillsides. Also, the oranges there are popular.
  • The headquarters is Dhankuta.
  • Total Land area of 892 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Dhankuta is 1,50,599.

Population Size and Distribution

population size p1 dhankuta

Total Males= 49%
Total Females= 51%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (49/51)*100% = 96.16%

This means that there are 96.16 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =150599/892 =168.83

Population Density provides people with an idea on how crowded the area is and having approximately 169 People per sq km means that there are 169 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 dhankuta

Disability

disability p1 dhankuta

Birth Registration

Out of 13,278

CategoryValue
Registered10,007
Not Registered3,271
birth registration p1 dhankuta

3. Ilam District 

  • Famous for its tea gardens, hill-structured landscapes favorable for tea plantations, and perfect for tourism.
  • Headquarters is Ilam
  • Total Land area of 1,703 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population of Ilam is 279,534.

Population Size and Distribution

population size p1 ilam

Total Males= 49.9%
Total Females= 50.1%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (49.9/50.1)*100% = 99.52%

This means that there are 99.52 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =279534/1703 = 164.14

Having approximately 164 People per sq km means that there are 164 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 ilam

Disability

disability p1 ilam

Birth Registration

Out of 22,169

CategoryValue
Registered16,607
Not Registered5,562
birthregistration p1 ilam

4. Jhapa District

  • Famous for culture, traditions, celebrations, and agricultural productivity. While the highest point in Nepal is Mt. Everest (8,848.86m), the lowest one is Kechana Kalan (60m), which lies in Jhapa.
  • Headquarters is Bhadrapur
  • Total Land area of 1,606 square km.
  • Population As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Jhapa is 998,054.
    Population Size and Distribution

Population Size and Distribution

population size p1 jhapa

Total Males= 47.9%
Total Females= 52.1%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (47.9/52.1)*100% = 92.1%

This means that there are 92.1 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =998054/1606 = 621.3

Having approximately 621 People per sq km means that there are 621 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 jhapa 1

Disability

disability p1 jhapa

Birth Registration

Out of 90,295

CategoryValue
Registered66,448
Not Registered23,847
birth registration p1 jhapa

5. Khotang District

  • Famous for diversified communities, landscapes, and religious temples like Halesi Mahadev. It is also famous for Dhaka, wood carving, Pashmina shawls, and other handmade items. 
  • Headquarters is Diktel
  • Total land area of 1591 square km
  • Population As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Khotang is 175,298.

Population Size and Distribution

populationsize p1 khotang

Total Males= 49.4%
Total Females= 50.6%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (49.4/50.6)*100% = 97.72

This means that there are 97.72 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =175298/1591 = 110.1

Population Density gives people an idea of how crowded the area is and having approximately 110 People per sq km means that there are 110 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 khotang

Disability

disability p1 khotang

Birth Registration

Out of 17,710

CategoryValue
Registered12,705
Not Registered5,005
birth registration p1 khotang

6. Morang District

  • Famous for having the highest number of industries and factories in Biratnagar. It is the economic center of eastern Nepal. Also, Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, a site listed on the list of Wetlands of International Importance, is also present there. 
  • Headquarters is Biratnagar
  • Total land area of 1,855 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Morang is 1,148,156.

Population Size and Distribution

population size p1 morang

Total Males= 48.6%
Total Females= 51.4%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (48.6/51.4)*100% = 94.39%

This means that there are 94.39 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =1148156/1855 = 618.95

Population Density gives people an idea of how crowded the area is and having approximately 619 People per sq km means that there are 619 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 morang

Disability

disability p1 morang

Birth Registration

Out of 108,628

CategoryValue
Registered73,165
Not Registered35,463
birth registration p1 morang

7. Okhaldhunga District

  • Famous for being the birthplace of the Yug Kabi of Nepal, Siddhicharan Shrestha, was a popular Nepali writer and poet. The district is famous for growing cash crops like tea, coffee, cardamom, and so forth. 
  • Headquarters is Siddhicharan
  • Total land area of 1,074 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Okhaldhunga is 139,552.

Population Size and Distribution

populationsize p1 okhaldhunga

Total Males= 48.8%
Total Females= 51.2%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (48.8/51.2)*100% = 95.25

This means that there are 95.25 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =139552/1075 = 129.81

Having approximately 130 People per sq km means that there are 130 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 okhaldhunga

Disability

disability p1 okhaldhunga

Birth Registration

Out of 12,105

CategoryValue
Registered9,450
Not Registered2,655
birth registration p1 okhaldhunga

8. Panchthar District

  • Famous for Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries. 
  • Headquarters is Phidim
  • Total land area of 1,241 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Panchthar is 172,400.

Population Size and Distribution

population size p1 panchthar

Total Males= 49.7%
Total Females= 50.3%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (49.7/50.3)*100% = 98.81

This means that there are 98.81 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =172400/1241 = 138.92

Having approximately 139 People per sq km means that there are 139 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 panchthar

Disability

disability p1 panchthar

Birth Registration

Out of 17,180

CategoryValue
Registered11,613
Not Registered5,567
birth registration p1 panchthar

9. Sankhuwasabha 

  • Famous for having the fifth-largest mountain in the world, alongside Arun Valley. The district is also famous for its large production of Rudrakshya, an auspicious type of bead that has religious as well as scientific significance. 
  • Headquarters is Khandbari
  • Total land of 3,480 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population of Sankhuwasabha is 158,041.

Population Size and Distribution

population size p1 sankhuwasabha

Total Males= 50.4%
Total Females= 49.6%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (50.4/49.6)*100% = 101.42

This means that there are 101.42 males per every 100 females, making the male population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =158041/3480 = 45.41

Having approximately 45 People per sq km means that there are 45 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 sankhuwasabha

Disability

disability p1 sankhuwasabha

Birth Registration

Out of 15,030

CategoryValue
Registered10,513
Not Registered4,517
birth registration p1 sankhuwasabha

10. Solukhumbu District

  • Famous for Sherpa culture and it is world-wide known for Mount Everest, the biggest mountain in the world. Renowned myths related to Yeti (snow monster) were about this district.
  • The headquarters is Salleri.
  • Total land of 3,312 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Solukhumbu is 104,851. 

Population Size and Distribution

population size p1 solukhumbu

Total Males= 50.3%
Total Females= 49.7%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (50.3/49.7)*100% = 101.23

This means that there are 101.23 males per every 100 females, making the male population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =104851/3312 = 31.65

Population Density gives people an idea of how crowded the area is and having approximately 32 People per sq km means that there are 32 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

marital status p1 solukhumbu

Disability

Disability ration of Solukhumbu

Birth Registration

Out of 10,093

CategoryValue
Registered6,287
Not Registered3,806
Birth Registration of Solukhumbu

11. Sunsari District 

  • Famous for Trekking, Koshi Barrage, and its industrialization and development in industries. 
  • Headquarters is Inaruwa
  • Total land of 1,257 square km
  • Population: As per the census taken in 2021, the approximate population in Sunsari is 926,962.

Population Size and Distribution 

Population and Size Distribution of Sunsari

Total Males= 48.4%
Total Females= 51.6%

This makes the Sex Ratio as Male ratio/Female Ratio

Therefore, Sex Ratio= (48.4/51.6)*100% = 93.95

This means that there are 93.95 males per every 100 females, making the female population higher in the district.

Population Density = Number of People/land area =926962/1257 = 737.43

Population Density gives people an idea of how crowded the area is and having approximately 737 people per sq km means that there are 737 people living in each square kilometer of the measured land.

Marital Status

Marital Status of Sunsari

Disability