Biratnagar Population 2026
Biratnagar has a population of 244,750, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Koshi. Roughly 0.8% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 5.9× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
244,750
Rank in Nepal
#6
Coordinates
26.46°N, 87.27°E
~74 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
238 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Koshi
Cities near Biratnagar
FAQ
What is the population of Biratnagar?
Biratnagar has a population of 244,750 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Biratnagar in?
Biratnagar is located in Koshi, Nepal.
Is Biratnagar the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 238 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.