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Nepal

नेपाल

Southern Asia, Asia

Nepali

Nepal (नेपाल) is a country in Southern Asia, Asia. With a population of 29,911,840 and an area of 147,181 km², the capital city is Kathmandu. The official language is Nepali. The national currency is the Nepalese rupee (₨ NPR).

Quick Facts

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Kathmandu
Capital
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29,911,840
Population
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147,181 km²
Area
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₨ NPR
Currency
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+977
Dial Code
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.np
TLD

Economy

Nepal has a GDP per capita of $1,447, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.

GDP per Capita$1,447
GNI per Capita$1,470

Geography

Nepal is located in Southern Asia at coordinates 28.00°N, 84.00°E. It shares borders with 2 countries. The highest point is Mount Everest at 8,849 m.

ContinentAsia
Coordinates28.00°N, 84.00°E
🏔️ Highest PointMount Everest
8,849 m
🏞️ Longest RiverBrahmaputra River
2,900 km
TimezonesUTC+05:45
BordersCHNIND

Infrastructure

Notable infrastructure highlights in Nepal, including Halchowk Stadium with a capacity of 3,500 seats.

🏟️ Largest StadiumHalchowk Stadium
3,500 seats

Frequently Asked Questions about Nepal

What is the capital of Nepal?
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu.
What is the population of Nepal?
Nepal has a population of approximately 29,911,840 people.
What currency does Nepal use?
Nepal uses the Nepalese rupee (₨ NPR).
What language is spoken in Nepal?
The official language of Nepal is Nepali.
What is the area of Nepal?
Nepal covers a total area of 147,181 km².
What is the GDP per capita of Nepal?
The GDP per capita of Nepal is approximately $1,447.

Data sources: Basic country data — restcountries.com (CC BY 4.0) · Geography, speed limits, stadiums — Wikidata (CC0) · Zoos, botanical gardens, hospitals — OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · GNI per capita — World Bank (CC BY 4.0) · UNESCO World Heritage — UNESCO WHC · Climate — Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)