Madhyapur Thimi Population 2026
Madhyapur Thimi has a population of 119,955, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Bagmati Province. Roughly 0.4% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
119,955
Rank in Nepal
#14
Coordinates
27.68°N, 85.39°E
~1,341 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
7 km
4 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bagmati Province
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FAQ
What is the population of Madhyapur Thimi?
Madhyapur Thimi has a population of 119,955 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Madhyapur Thimi in?
Madhyapur Thimi is located in Bagmati Province, Nepal.
Is Madhyapur Thimi the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 7 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.