Pokhara Population 2026
Pokhara has a population of 600,051, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Gandaki Pradesh. Roughly 2.0% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 2.4× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
600,051
Rank in Nepal
#2
Coordinates
28.27°N, 83.97°E
~1,008 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
147 km
91 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gandaki Pradesh
Cities near Pokhara
FAQ
What is the population of Pokhara?
Pokhara has a population of 600,051 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Pokhara in?
Pokhara is located in Gandaki Pradesh, Nepal.
Is Pokhara the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 147 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.