Chari̇̄koṭ Population 2026
Chari̇̄koṭ has a population of 40,000, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Bagmati Province. Roughly 0.1% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,000
Rank in Nepal
#28
Coordinates
27.67°N, 86.05°E
~1,941 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
72 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bagmati Province
Cities near Chari̇̄koṭ
FAQ
What is the population of Chari̇̄koṭ?
Chari̇̄koṭ has a population of 40,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Chari̇̄koṭ in?
Chari̇̄koṭ is located in Bagmati Province, Nepal.
Is Chari̇̄koṭ the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 72 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.