Birendranagar Population 2026
Birendranagar has a population of 154,886, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Karnali Pradesh. Roughly 0.5% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 9.3× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
154,886
Rank in Nepal
#13
Coordinates
28.60°N, 81.62°E
~697 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
377 km
234 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karnali Pradesh
| City | Population | Rank in Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Dailekh | 20,908 | #40 |
Cities near Birendranagar
FAQ
What is the population of Birendranagar?
Birendranagar has a population of 154,886 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Birendranagar in?
Birendranagar is located in Karnali Pradesh, Nepal.
Is Birendranagar the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 377 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.