Dhankutā Population 2026
Dhankutā has a population of 22,084, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Koshi. Roughly 0.1% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 65× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,084
Rank in Nepal
#38
Coordinates
26.98°N, 87.33°E
~1,188 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
214 km
133 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 |
| Bhadrapur | 19,523 | #42 |
| Ilām | 17,491 | #45 |
Cities near Dhankutā
- Dharān173,096 people · ~20 km away
- Īṭahari̇̄47,984 people · ~36 km away
- Khā̃dbāri̇̄22,903 people · ~45 km away
- Inaruwa70,093 people · ~46 km away
- Biratnagar244,750 people · ~59 km away
- Ilām17,491 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dhankutā?
Dhankutā has a population of 22,084 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Dhankutā in?
Dhankutā is located in Koshi, Nepal.
Is Dhankutā the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 214 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.