Panauti Population 2026
Panauti has a population of 46,595, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Bagmati Province. Roughly 0.2% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,595
Rank in Nepal
#25
Coordinates
27.58°N, 85.52°E
~1,440 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
24 km
15 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bagmati Province
| City | Population | Rank in Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 1,442,271 | #1 |
| Bharatpur | 369,377 | #3 |
| Pātan | 299,283 | #4 |
| Hetauda | 195,951 | #8 |
| Madhyapur Thimi | 119,955 | #14 |
| Banepā | 67,629 | #20 |
| Chautārā | 51,347 | #23 |
| Ki̇̄rtipur | 44,632 | #27 |
Cities near Panauti
FAQ
What is the population of Panauti?
Panauti has a population of 46,595 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Panauti in?
Panauti is located in Bagmati Province, Nepal.
Is Panauti the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 24 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.