Nepal is a Himalayan republic known for abundant hydropower potential, vibrant cultural tourism, resilient agriculture, and strong community-based development initiatives.
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Easy learning about Nepal
The capital city of Nepal is Kathmandu, capital city of Nepal.
Word: Himalaya
Meaning: highest peaks
Administrative Divisions
7 provinces (pradesh)
- Bagmati
- Gandaki
- Karnali
- Koshi
- Lumbini
- Madhesh
- Sudurpashchim
Where in the world is Nepal located?
Nepal is a Country located in the Southern Asia sub-region in the continent of Asia.
Basic Information
Capital City: Kathmandu, capital city of Nepal
Population: 29,618,118 (UN)
Area: 140,800 km² / 87,489 sq mi
People from Nepal are called: Nepalis, Nepalese
Geography
Latitude: 28.298° N
Longitude: 83.640° E
Geographical Subregion: Southern Asia
Continental Region: Asia
Climate
varies from cool summers and severe winters in north to subtropical summers and mild winters in south
Global Indices
EF EPI Position: 56 (EF EPI)
EF EPI Score: 512 (EF EPI)
EF EPI Proficiency: Moderate Proficiency (EF EPI)
Global Peace Index Rank: 111 (GPI)
Global Peace Index Score: 2.143 (GPI)
Human Development
HDI Rank: 145 (UNDP)
HDI Value: 0.622
Mean Years of Schooling: 4.5
Expected Years of Schooling: 13.8
Life Expectancy at Birth: 70.4 Years
Religion
Most Predominant: Hindu
Second Most Predominant: Buddhist
LGBTI Rights
Legal Status: Legal (ILGA)
Legal Mechanism: Judicial
Death Penalty: No
Maximum Prison Sentence: No
Physical Punishment: No
Technical Information
TLD: .np
Calling Code: +977
MapGeo Name: Nepal
MapGeo Code: NP