Nepal: List of the Largest Cities by Population

A vibrant summer day in Lukla, Nepal, under a clear azure sky. Lush, verdant hills surround the quaint village, dotted with colorful houses and thatched-roof buildings. In the foreground, a bustling market scene, with locals and travelers mingling, buying fresh produce and handicrafts. The middle ground features the iconic Lukla Airport, its runway carved into the mountainside, with a De Havilland Twin Otter aircraft preparing for takeoff. In the distance, the majestic Himalayan peaks rise, their snow-capped summits glittering in the warm sunlight. The scene exudes an atmosphere of tranquility and adventure, capturing the essence of Lukla's best season to visit.
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1. Kathmandu – 1,442,271
Nepal’s capital and largest city, historic and cultural center in the Kathmandu Valley.


2. Bharatpur – 369,377
Rapidly growing Chitwan city, gateway to national parks and wildlife tourism.


3. Patan (Lalitpur) – 299,283
Ancient Newar city known for temples, arts, and the Patan Durbar Square.


4. Birgunj – 268,273
Major border trading city with India, industrial and commercial hub in the Terai.


5. Biratnagar – 244,750
Industrial city in eastern Nepal, considered the nation’s industrial capital.


6. Dhangadhi – 204,788
Sub‑metropolitan city in western Nepal, important regional trade center.


7. Pokhara – 200,000
Tourist resort city near the Annapurna range, known for lakes and adventure sports.


8. Hetauda – 195,951
Industrial city and provincial capital in central Nepal’s Bagmati Province.


9. Dharan – 173,096
Eastern hill‑town known for multicultural heritage and B.P. Koirala Institute.


10. Nepalgunj – 166,258
Terai city near the Indian border, with growing trade and cultural diversity.


11. Madhyapur Thimi – 119,955
Urban municipality in the Kathmandu Valley with rich Newar cultural legacy.


12. Lahan – 102,955
Madhesh Province city known for trade, transport, and historical markets.


13. Janakpur – 93,767
Pilgrimage city sacred to Hindu faith, birthplace of Sita in Mithila region.


14. Butwal – 91,733
Important transport and commercial hub linking Kathmandu to the western plains.


15. Bhimdatta (Mahendranagar) – 88,381
Western Terai city on India border, noted for trade and agriculture.


16. Triyuga – 71,405
Urban municipality in eastern Nepal’s Koshi Province with horticulture and trade.


17. Inaruwa – 70,093
City in eastern Nepal serving as provincial development center.


18. Rajbiraj – 69,803
Historical Terai town built in grid layout, known for cultural festivals.


19. Banepa – 67,629
Valley town east of Kathmandu, scenic gateway to hill towns and rice terraces.


20. Siddharthanagar (Bhairahawa) – 63,367
City near Lumbini, birthplace of Buddha; growing tourism and trade.


21. Nepalgunj Sub‑urban Cluster – approx. 60,000
Suburban suburbs of Nepalgunj municipality with integrated growth.


22. Tulsipur – 59,000–60,000
Sub‑metropolitan town in Dang district, local center for trade and transit.


23. Gulariya – 53,107
Urban municipality in Bardiya District, near national park and agricultural plain.


24. Itahari – 52,000–53,000
East Terai city and growing transit hub between Dharan and Biratnagar.


25. Bhairahawa Sub‑urban – ~52,000
Suburb area around Siddharthanagar with shared economy and culture.

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