Bharatpur Population 2026
Bharatpur has a population of 369,377, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Bagmati Province. Roughly 1.2% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 3.9× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
369,377
Rank in Nepal
#3
Coordinates
27.68°N, 84.44°E
~206 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
87 km
54 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bagmati Province
| City | Population | Rank in Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 1,442,271 | #1 |
| Pātan | 299,283 | #4 |
| Hetauda | 195,951 | #8 |
| Madhyapur Thimi | 119,955 | #14 |
| Banepā | 67,629 | #20 |
| Chautārā | 51,347 | #23 |
| Panauti | 46,595 | #25 |
| Ki̇̄rtipur | 44,632 | #27 |
Cities near Bharatpur
FAQ
What is the population of Bharatpur?
Bharatpur has a population of 369,377 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Bharatpur in?
Bharatpur is located in Bagmati Province, Nepal.
Is Bharatpur the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 87 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.