Nepal Quick Facts…
| Official Name | Nepal |
| Common Name | Nepal – /nəˈpɑl/ |
| Nationality | Nepali (singular and plural) – noun, Nepali – adjective |
| Independence | Received in 1768 (unified by Prithvi Narayan Shah) |
| Administrative Divisions | 7 provinces |
| Total Population | 31.1 million (#50) with 21.9% urbanized – 2024 estimate |
| Major Urban Areas | Kathmandu (capital city) |
| Major Languages | Nepali (official) 44.9%, Maithali 11.1%, Bhojpuri, Tharu, Tamang, Bajjika, Avadhi, Nepalbhasha (Newari), Magar Dhut, Doteli, Urdu, Yakthung/Limbu, Gurung |
| Electricity Access | 89.9% of total population |
| Internet Access | 52% of total population |
| Currency | Nepalese Rupees (NPR) |
| Real GDP (PPP) | $122.2 billion – 2022 estimate |
| Real GDP per Capita | $4,000 (#180) – 2022 estimate |
| Total Area | 147,181 sq km / 56,827 sq mi (#95) with 2.6% water area |
| Geographic Region | Asia – Southern Asia |
| Bordering Countries | China, India |
| Bordering Water Bodies | None |
National Anthem: “Sayaun Thunga Phool Ka” (Hundreds of Flowers)