Ki̇̄rtipur Population 2026
Ki̇̄rtipur has a population of 44,632, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Bagmati Province. Roughly 0.2% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,632
Rank in Nepal
#27
Coordinates
27.68°N, 85.28°E
~1,343 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
5 km
3 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bagmati Province
Cities near Ki̇̄rtipur
FAQ
What is the population of Ki̇̄rtipur?
Ki̇̄rtipur has a population of 44,632 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Ki̇̄rtipur in?
Ki̇̄rtipur is located in Bagmati Province, Nepal.
Is Ki̇̄rtipur the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 5 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.