Nepal

Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal

"A landlocked Himalayan country, home to Mount Everest and known for its ancient temples and trekking routes."

Southern Asia
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Federal Democratic Republic

Capital City

Kathmandu

27.72°, 85.32°

Official Languages

Nepali

Population

29.69M

Total Area

147.18K km²

Population Density

201.76 people per km²

Currency

Nepalese rupee

Week Start

sunday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#51
29,694,614

Total Population-0.1%

2023
#126
70.4 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#83
21.9%

Urban Population

2023
#98
1.98

Fertility Rate

2023
#141
55.8%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#99
$40.9B

GDP+2%

2023
#161
$1.4K

GDP per Capita

2023
#145
7.1%

Inflation

2023
#145
10.7%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#35
30

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Nepal

What is the capital of Nepal?

Nepal's capital city is Kathmandu.

What is the population of Nepal?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Nepal is approximately 29.69M people. This makes it the 51st most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Nepal?

Nepal spans a total area of approximately 147,181 square kilometers (56,826.88 square miles).

Which continent is Nepal in?

Nepal is located in Asia, specifically within the Southern Asia subregion.

What is the GDP of Nepal?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Nepal is approximately $40.91B USD. This ranks Nepal as the 99th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.