Nepal
Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
People: Nepalese
Nepal contains eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including Mount Everest on its border with China. Nepal is located in Southern Asia and has a population of around 29.9 million. Its capital city is Kathmandu, and the most widely spoken official language is Nepali. Nepal is landlocked, sharing borders with 2 neighbouring countries.
By the numbers, Nepal is the 51st most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.37% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 93rd out of 196, with a population density of roughly 203 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Nepal — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Kathmandu |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Southern Asia |
| Population | 29,911,840 |
| Area | 147,181 km² |
| Currency | Nepalese rupee (NPR) ₨ |
| Official Language | Nepali |
| Dialling Code | +977 |
| Internet TLD | .np |
| Timezone | UTC+05:45 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | NP / NPL |
| Borders | China, India |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nepal
What is the capital and currency of Nepal?
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu and the currency is the Nepalese rupee (NPR), symbol ₨.
What is the capital of Nepal?
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu.
What currency does Nepal use?
Nepal uses the Nepalese rupee (NPR, symbol: ₨).
What language do they speak in Nepal?
The official language of Nepal is Nepali.
What is the dialling code for Nepal?
The international dialling code for Nepal is +977.
What side of the road does Nepal drive on?
Nepal drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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