Bhadrapur Population 2026
Bhadrapur has a population of 19,523, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Koshi. Roughly 0.1% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 74× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,523
Rank in Nepal
#42
Coordinates
26.54°N, 88.09°E
~91 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
303 km
188 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Koshi
| City | Population | Rank in Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Biratnagar | 244,750 | #6 |
| Dharān | 173,096 | #11 |
| Triyuga | 71,405 | #17 |
| Inaruwa | 70,093 | #18 |
| Īṭahari̇̄ | 47,984 | #24 |
| Khā̃dbāri̇̄ | 22,903 | #37 |
| Dhankutā | 22,084 | #38 |
| Ilām | 17,491 | #45 |
Cities near Bhadrapur
FAQ
What is the population of Bhadrapur?
Bhadrapur has a population of 19,523 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Bhadrapur in?
Bhadrapur is located in Koshi, Nepal.
Is Bhadrapur the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 303 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.