Inaruwa Population 2026
Inaruwa has a population of 70,093, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Koshi. Roughly 0.2% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,093
Rank in Nepal
#18
Coordinates
26.61°N, 87.15°E
~87 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
218 km
135 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 |
| Īṭahari̇̄ | 47,984 | #24 |
| Khā̃dbāri̇̄ | 22,903 | #37 |
| Dhankutā | 22,084 | #38 |
| Bhadrapur | 19,523 | #42 |
| Ilām | 17,491 | #45 |
Cities near Inaruwa
FAQ
What is the population of Inaruwa?
Inaruwa has a population of 70,093 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Inaruwa in?
Inaruwa is located in Koshi, Nepal.
Is Inaruwa the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 218 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.