Tānsen Population 2026
Tānsen has a population of 23,693, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇳🇵 Nepal, located in Lumbini Province. Roughly 0.1% of Nepal's population lives here. It is about 61× smaller than Kathmandu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,693
Rank in Nepal
#34
Coordinates
27.87°N, 83.55°E
~1,160 m elevation · Asia/Kathmandu
Distance to capital (Kathmandu)
176 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lumbini Province
| City | Population | Rank in Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Butwāl | 195,054 | #10 |
| Nepalgunj | 166,258 | #12 |
| Siddharthanagar | 63,367 | #21 |
| Gulariyā | 53,107 | #22 |
| Tulsi̇̄pur | 39,058 | #29 |
Cities near Tānsen
FAQ
What is the population of Tānsen?
Tānsen has a population of 23,693 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in Nepal.
What region is Tānsen in?
Tānsen is located in Lumbini Province, Nepal.
Is Tānsen the capital of Nepal?
No, the capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, about 176 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.