Nepal

Nepal Quick Facts…

Official NameNepal
Common NameNepal – /nəˈpɑl/
NationalityNepali (singular and plural) – noun, Nepali – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1768 (unified by Prithvi Narayan Shah)
Administrative Divisions7 provinces
Total Population31.1 million (#50) with 21.9% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasKathmandu (capital city)
Major LanguagesNepali (official) 44.9%, Maithali 11.1%, Bhojpuri, Tharu, Tamang, Bajjika, Avadhi, Nepalbhasha (Newari), Magar Dhut, Doteli, Urdu, Yakthung/Limbu, Gurung
Electricity Access89.9% of total population
Internet Access52% of total population
CurrencyNepalese Rupees (NPR)
Real GDP (PPP)$122.2 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$4,000 (#180) – 2022 estimate
Total Area147,181 sq km / 56,827 sq mi (#95) with 2.6% water area
Geographic RegionAsia – Southern Asia
Bordering CountriesChina, India
Bordering Water BodiesNone

National Anthem: “Sayaun Thunga Phool Ka” (Hundreds of Flowers)