Population Data of Nepal according to latest census 2021/ 2078

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Population Report of Nepal as per National Census 2078 B.S

Nepal, a country located in South Asia, recently conducted its latest national census in 2078 B.S. (2021-2022). The Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) carried out the census with the support of the government of Nepal and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).

According to the census report, the total population of Nepal stands at approximately 28.5 ( 2,91,92,480)million. The country has seen a significant decrease in population over the last decade, with a population growth rate of 0.93% compared to 1.35% in the previous census. The population density of Nepal is now around 181 people per square kilometer.

The census also highlighted the age structure of the population in Nepal. Most of the population falls in the age group of 15-64 years, accounting for 59.1% of the total population. The youth population (0-14 years) makes up 31.3% of the total population, while the elderly (65 years and above) constitute 9.6% of the total population.

The census report also showed a gender breakdown of the population in Nepal. The male population accounts for 51.5% of the total population, while the female population makes up 48.5%. The gender ratio in Nepal is currently recorded as 106 males per 100 females.

Additionally, the census report shed light on the geographic distribution of the population in Nepal. Most of the population resides in the Terai region, accounting for nearly 48% of the total population. The Hill region has around 43% of the total population, while the Mountain region has only 9%.

Population and sex ratio of Nepal according to Census 2078

Nepal has seen an increase in its population over the last decade. According to the preliminary results of the National Census 2078, the total population of Nepal has reached 2,91,92,480, which is a 10.18% increase from the previous census of 2068 B.S. This equates to an annual growth rate of 0.93% over the last ten years, down from 1.35% in the previous census.

The data also indicates a near-equal split between males and females. The total population comprises 1,42,91,311 males, accounting for 48.96% of the population, and 1,49,01,169 females, accounting for 51.04%. In the 2068 B.S census, males accounted for 48.5% and females 51.5% of the total population of 2,64,94,504.

Another critical aspect of the population is the sex ratio, which measures the number of males per 100 females. According to the Census 2078 Preliminary Report of Nepal, the sex ratio has improved from 94.16 in the 2068 B.S census to 95.91. This improvement in the sex ratio indicates that the country is moving towards gender equality and improving the status of women in society.

Family Size and Households in Nepal: A Study Based on National Census 2078 Results

The National Census 2078 has given us a glimpse into Nepal’s family structure and household composition. According to the preliminary results, 67,61,059 families live in Nepal, a 24.57% increase from ten years ago. These families reside in a total of 56,43,945 households, with an average of 12 households per 10 families.

The average family size in Nepal is 4.32 members, a decrease from 4.88 members ten years ago. In urban areas, the average family size is 4.25, while in rural areas, it is 4.55. The geographical region also affects the family size, with 4.27 members per family in the Himalayan region, 3.95 members per family in the hills, and 4.65 members per family in the Terai region.

When looking at the family size on a province-by-province basis, Gandaki has the lowest average, with 3.66 members per family, while Madhesh has the highest, with 5.66 members per family. The smallest family size is seen in the Dolakha district, with 3.41 members per family, and the largest family size is 5.92 in the Rautahat district.

Geographical Distribution of Population and Sex Ratio in Nepal according to national Census 2078

Nepal has a diverse geographical landscape, ranging from the Himalayan to the Terai region. The population distribution and growth rate across these different ecological belts significantly impact the country’s development and planning.

According to the preliminary results of the National Census 2078, the Terai region has seen an increase in its share of the total population, accounting for 53.66% of the total population compared to 50.27% in the 2068 B.S census. Meanwhile, the share of the total population in the Himalayan region has decreased from 6.73% in 2068 B.S to 6.09% in 2078 B.S. Similarly, the share of the population in the hilly region has decreased from 43.01% in 2068 B.S to 40.25% in 2078 B.S.

The sex ratio across the different ecological belts has also changed in the last ten years. In the Terai region, the sex ratio has decreased by 1% to 95 in 2078 B.S compared to 96 in 2068 B.S. In the Himalayan and hilly regions, the sex ratio has increased by 3% and 4% to 97 and 91, respectively.

The annual population growth rate in the different ecological belts shows a significant difference. The Himalayan region has seen negative growth (-0.02%) in the last ten years, while the hilly region has a low positive growth rate of 0.29%. On the other hand, the Terai region has seen the highest positive growth rate of 1.56%.

Nepal’s Population and Demographic Changes by Provinces According to Census 2078

The preliminary results of the study indicate that the province with the highest population is Madhesh, with a total of 61,26,288 people, which is 20.99% of the total population of Nepal. On the other hand, Karnali has the lowest population, with a total of 16,94,889 people, which is 5.81% of the total.

When analyzing the sex ratio, the study reveals that Madhesh Province has the highest sex ratio at 101 while Far Western Province has the lowest at 90. The average sex ratio in the country stands at 95.91.

In terms of population growth, the study indicates that Lumbini has the highest growth rate at 1.25% per annum, followed by Madhesh Province, with a growth rate of 1.20% per annum. Meanwhile, Gandaki has the lowest growth rate at 0.30% per annum, and the other provinces have growth rates that are less than 1.0%.

District-wise Population and Growth Rate of Nepal according to Census 2078 Preliminary Report

According to the preliminary results of the 2078 BS National Census, Kathmandu district has the highest population with 20,17,532 people, while Manang district has the lowest with 5,645 people. Morang, Rupandehi, Jhapa, and Sunsari districts follow as the second, third, fourth, and fifth-most populous districts, respectively. On the other hand, Mustang, Dolpa, Rasuwa, and Humla are the second, third, fourth, and fifth-least populous districts, respectively.

The annual population growth rate of Bhaktapur district was found to be the highest (3.32%), and Ramechham district had the lowest (1.65%) according to the census. Among the mountainous districts, Mugu district had the highest annual population growth rate at 1.80%. Interestingly, the annual population growth rate was negative in 32 Himalayan and hilly regions districts, which was higher compared to the last census of 2068 BS, where it was negative in 27 districts.

Rural vs. Urban Population Distribution in Nepal according to the 2078 BS Census Report

Nepal has recently undergone a population census, and the results have given us an insight into the distribution of the population between rural and urban areas. According to the Census 2078 preliminary report, the urban population in Nepal has reached 66.08% of the total population, whereas the rural population stands at 33.92%.

It’s worth mentioning that the classification of urban and rural areas has changed since the federal structure came into effect. In the last census of 2068 BS, the urban population was 63.19%, and the rural population was 36.81%. However, this time, the urban areas include municipalities, sub-metropolitan, and metropolitan areas, while rural areas include villages and hamlets.

Going back in time, we can see that the urban population has substantially increased since the National Census of 2068. Back then, there were only 58 municipalities, and the urban population was recorded as 17.07% of the total population, with the rural population making up 82.93%.

Most Populous Municipalities and Villages in Nepal, according to the 2078 BS Census

According to the census, Nepal’s five most populous municipalities are Kathmandu, Pokhara, Bharatpur, Birgunj, and Lalitpur. On the other hand, the five least populated municipalities are Thulibheri, Tripura Sundari, Madi, Laligurans, and Jiri. The Kathmandu Metropolitan City has the highest population of 8,65,906, while the Thulibheri Municipality has the lowest population of 10,187. The census has also revealed that there are 14 municipalities with a population of less than 20,000 and 39 municipalities with a population of more than 100,000.

The census also revealed the population of villages in Nepal. Baijnath municipality has the largest population of 70,315, and Narpabhum has the lowest population of 442. The census showed 46 villages with less than 10,000 and 15 villages with more than 50,000.

District-wise Population Density and Growth Rate according to the 2078 BS Census

According to the preliminary results of the National Census 2078, the population density of Nepal has reached 198 per sq. Km, which was only 180 in 2068 BS. The highest population density was recorded in the Terai region, which was 392 people per square kilometer, and the lowest was recorded in the Himalayan region, which was 34 people per square kilometer.

On a district-wide basis, the population density of Kathmandu district is the highest, with 5,108 persons per square kilometer, and Manang district has the lowest population density of 3 persons per square kilometer. Bhaktapur, Lalitpur, Dhanusha, and Mahottari are the second, third, and fourth, with the highest population density, respectively.

Nepali Citizens Living Abroad according to the 2078 BS Census.

The preliminary results of the Census 2078 showed that a total of 21,69,478 Nepali citizens are absent from their families and have been living abroad frequently. Of these, 17,63,315 are males (81.28%), and 4,06,103 are females (18.72%). The number of women going abroad has increased by 71.09% compared to 2068.

The five most absent districts are Kathmandu, Kailali, Jhapa, Rupandehi, and Morang, while the five least absent are Manang, Dolpa, Humla, Mugu, and Mustang.

A Closer Look at the National Census 2078 Results in Nepal: A Micro Overview of the Population Statistics”

The population of Nepal as of 2078 is 2 crores, 91 lakhs, 92 thousand, 4 hundred and 80. Of these, 1 crore 42 lakhs 91 thousand 311 are males and 1 crore 49 lakhs 1 thousand 169 are females. The female population accounts for 51.04% of the total population.

There are 5.643 million houses in Nepal and 67 lakh 61 thousand 059 families. For every house, there is 1 family, and the number of families has increased by 13 lakhs 33 thousand 5 hundred and 57 in the last 10 years.

A large number of Nepalese people are living abroad, with a total of 2,169,478 people. Of these, 17 lakhs 63 thousand 3 hundred and 15 are males, while 4 lakh 6 thousand 103 are females. The majority of the people living abroad, 71.09%, are females.

The population in the Terai region is 1,56,65,828 (53.66%); in the mountains, it’s 117.48 million (40.25%); and in the Himal region, it’s 1.778 million 104 (6.09%).

Regarding the population distribution in different provinces of Nepal, the least populated districts are Manang, Mustang, Dolpa, Rasuwa, and Humla. In contrast, the most populated districts are Kathmandu, Morang, Rupendehi, Jhapa, and Sunsari.

The urban population of Nepal is 19,291,031 (66.8%), while the rural population is 991,449 (33.92%).

Demographic Measures of Nepal according to Census 2078 B.S, based on available data

  1. Sex Ratio: The sex ratio in Nepal is 1,014 females per 1,000 males.
  2. Population Density: Based on the total population of 2,91,92,480 and total area of 147,181 km², the population density of Nepal is 19.76 persons per km².
  3. Dependency Ratio: The number of dependents (ages 0-14 and 65+) per 100 working-age (ages 15-64) individuals can be calculated as 59.68.
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FAQs of Nepal Population Census Data 2078 B.S/ 2021 A.D

What was the total population of Nepal in 2078 BS?

The total population of Nepal in 2078 BS was 2 crore, 91 lakhs, 92 thousand, 4 hundred and 80.

What was the gender ratio in Nepal in 2078 BS?

In 2078 BS, the population of males in Nepal was 1,42,91,311, i.e., 48.96% of the total population. The population of females was 1 crore 49 lakh 1 thousand 169, which was 51.04% of the total population.

How many houses and families were counted in Nepal in 2078 BS?

The number of houses counted in Nepal in 2078 BS was 5.643 million, and the number of families counted was 67 lakh 61 thousand 059.

What was the ratio of houses to families in Nepal in 2078 BS?

The ratio of houses to families in Nepal in 2078 BS was 1:1.20.

How many families were added in the last 10 years in Nepal?

In the last 10 years, 13 lakhs 33 thousand 5 hundred and 57 families were added in Nepal.

How many people were living abroad in Nepal in 2078 BS?

In 2078 BS, 2,169,478 people were living abroad in Nepal.

What was the gender distribution of people living abroad in Nepal in 2078 BS?

In 2078 BS, the number of male people living abroad in Nepal was 17 lakh, 63 thousand, 3 hundred and 15 (81.28 percent), and the number of female people living abroad was 4 lakh 6 thousand 103 (18.72 percent).

Where were most people living abroad from Nepal in 2078 BS?

In 2078 BS, most people living abroad from Nepal were from Terai, with 10 lakhs 65 thousand 9 hundred 69 people. There were 9,84,896 people from the hills and 1 lakh 18 thousand 6 hundred 13 people from the mountains.

What was the population distribution by region in Nepal in 2078 BS?

In 2078 BS, the population of Terai was 1,56,65,828, which was 53.66% of the total population. The population of the Mountain was 117.48 million, which was 40.25% of the total population. The population of the Himal was 1.778 million 104, which was 6.09% of the total population.

What was Nepal’s population distribution between rural and urban areas in 2078 BS?

In 2078 BS, the urban population of Nepal was 19,291,031 (66.8 percent), and the rural population was 991,449 (33.92 percent).

How many families were added in the last 10 years in Nepal?

According to the 2078 BS National Population Census, the number of families added in the last 10 years was 13 lakhs 33 thousand 5 hundred and 57.

What is the most populated district in Nepal?

The most populated district in Nepal is Kathmandu, with 20 lakh 17 thousand 5 hundred 32 people, according to the 2078 BS National Population Census.

What is the least populated district in Nepal?

The least populated district in Nepal is Manang, with only 5,645 people, according to the 2078 BS National Population Census.

What is the population distribution of Nepal by urban and rural areas?

According to the 2078 BS National Population Census, the urban population of Nepal is 19,291,031 (66.8 percent), and the rural population is 991,449 (33.92 percent).

What is the population of the different provinces in Nepal?

According to the 2078 BS National Population Census, the population of the different provinces in Nepal is as follows:

  1. Koshi Pradesh: 49 lakh 72 thousand 21 (17.03 percent)
  2. Madhesh Pradesh: 61 lakh 26 thousand 2 hundred 88 (20.99 percent)
  3. Bagmati Pradesh: 60 lakh 84 thousand 42 (20.84 percent)
  4. Gandaki Pradesh: 24 lakh 79 thousand 745 (8.49 percent)
  5. Lumbini Pradesh: 51,24,225 (17.55 percent)
  6. Karnali Pradesh: 16 lakh 94 thousand 8 hundred 89 (5.81 percent)
  7. Far Western Pradesh: 27 lakh 11 thousand 270 (9.29 percent)
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