Nepal Structural Diary

Nepal Structural Diary provides complete information about the amazing Nepal, from its geographical to demographic diversity, based on its state structural details.

Nepali Girl greeting_Namaste Nepal, Nepal Structural Diary brand girl
Namaste Nepal • Image: Kankai Desk
  • Geography: Nepal, Area 147,516 sq. Km is a landlocked country in the Himalayas famous for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. It borders China in the north and India in the south, east, and west. Nepal is home to eight of the world’s ten tallest mountains, including Earth’s highest peak, Mount Everest.
  • Its diverse terrain ranges from lush tropical plains to arid highlands, contributing to its unique biodiversity. The capital, Kathmandu, is a historical and cultural center full of ancient temples, palaces, and lively markets.
  • Demography: The population is almost 30 million. Nepal is a mixture of various ethnic groups and religions, primarily Hinduism and Buddhism, which co-exist harmoniously. The official language is Nepali, which is written in the Devanagari script.
  • Economy: Nepal’s economy is mainly rural and based on agriculture and remittance; however, tourism is prominent due to Mountaineering, trekking routes, heritage sites, and sports that adventurers can access.
  • Culture: Despite being one of the world’s underdeveloped countries, Nepal’s rich traditions, festivals, and people’s hospitality provide an immersive experience for visitors.
  • Political status: The country’s political landscape has changed significantly in recent years. It has transitioned from a monarchy to a federal democratic republic, striving for stability and development.

Nation: Federal Democratic Republic Nepal

NationalityNepalese
Area 147,516 km2 
(56,956 sq mi)
Population29,164,578 (2021)
Official languagesNepali, English
Capital / largest cityKathmandu
Other major citiesPokhara,
Lalitpur,
Bharatpur
Country codesNP, NPL (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain.np
Calling code+977
RegionSouthern Asia
Ethnic groups30.12% Khas Arya
-16.45% Chhetri
-11.29% Bahun
-1.7% Thakuri
-0.68% Sanyasi
6.90% Magar
6.20% Tharu
5.62% Tamang
5.04% Kami
4.90% Musalman
4.60% Newar
4.21% Yadav
2.20% Rai
32.63% other
Religions81.20% Hinduism
8.20% Buddhism
5.10% Islam
3.20% Kirant
1.80% Christianity
0.30% Prakriti
0.23% Bon
0.01% Jainism
Source: Census Nepal (2021)
Indigenous People of Nepal
Image: Kankai Desk
SymbolsDescriptionsSign
National Anthem“Sayau Thunga Fulka Hami…”
AnimalCow (Gaai)cow icon, cow, bos taurus, farm, cow silhouette, cow, cow, cow, cow, cow
FlagFlag with two Tringles red base with a blue border and “Sun” & “Moon” at middle.
ColorCrimson (Simrik color)
FlowerRhododendron (Lali Gurash)
BirdHimalayan Monal (Danfe) Lophophorus impedance
coat-of-armsEmblem of Nepal (Nepal ko Nisan Chap)
S. No.ProvincesHead
Quarters
District NumbersArea
(Sq. Km)
Location
1KoshiBiratnagar1425,905Koshi Province
2MadheshJanakpur89,661Madhesh Province
3BagmatiHetauda1320,300Bagmati Province
4GandakiPokhara1121,504
5LumbiniButwal1222,288Lumbini Province
6KarnaliBirendranagar1027,984Karnali Province
7Sudur PashchimGodawari919,539Sudur Paschim Province

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