Banepā Population 2026
Banepā has a population of 67,629, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Bagmati Province. Roughly 0.2% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,629
Rank in Nepal
#20
Coordinates
27.63°N, 85.52°E
~1,477 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
21 km
13 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bagmati Province
| City | Population | Rank in Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 1,442,271 | #1 |
| Bharatpur | 369,377 | #3 |
| Pātan | 299,283 | #4 |
| Hetauda | 195,951 | #8 |
| Madhyapur Thimi | 119,955 | #14 |
| Chautārā | 51,347 | #23 |
| Panauti | 46,595 | #25 |
| Ki̇̄rtipur | 44,632 | #27 |
Cities near Banepā
FAQ
What is the population of Banepā?
Banepā has a population of 67,629 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Banepā in?
Banepā is located in Bagmati Province, Nepal.
Is Banepā the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 21 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.