Nepal Statistics

Population

29,618,118 people (2025)

Total GDP

$46.1B (2025)

GDP Per capita

$1,460 (2025)

Human Development Index (HDI)

0.622 (145.)

About Nepal

Nepal has Mount Everest as world's highest peak at 8,849 meters attracting global climbers. The country is birthplace of Buddha with rich spiritual heritage and temple culture. Nepalese culture emphasizes Hinduism, Buddhism, and mountain traditions.

The nation has dramatic elevation changes from 60m to 8,849m creating diverse climate zones. Nepal has federal democratic republic with recent political transitions. The country has excellent trekking routes including Annapurna and Everest base camps.

Kathmandu is historic capital with UNESCO World Heritage Sites and ancient architecture. Nepal has monsoon climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. The nation has Sherpa people renowned for mountaineering expertise.

Traditional Nepalese culture includes colorful festivals, traditional arts, and religious ceremonies. The country has Nepali as official language with numerous dialects. Nepalese cuisine features dal bhat, momos, and Himalayan flavors.

The population is 30.5 million with diverse ethnic groups and mountain communities. Nepal offers spiritual journey, mountain adventure, and unique Himalayan culture in landlocked kingdom.

Economic Indicators

GDP Historical Performance
$46.1B
$42.9B
$39.8B
$36.6B
$33.4B
$34.2B
$33.4B
$36.9B
$41.2B
$40.9B
$43.4B
$46.1B
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

Demographic Distribution

Age Groups Distribution
14.4%
0-14
13.6%
9.6%
15-24
9.8%
13.0%
25-44
16.3%
7.7%
45-64
8.9%
3.0%
65+
3.6%
Male
Female
%47.7 (14.130.210)
%52.3 (15.487.907)

Population Data by Years

Year Total Population Annual Change Density People/KM2
2100 31.831.433 -0.59% 216.3
2090 33.642.041 -0.49% 228.6
2080 35.053.476 -0.3% 238.2
2070 35.752.366 -0.07% 242.9
2060 35.623.033 +0.17% 242
2050 34.642.027 +0.41% 235.4
2040 32.909.536 +0.64% 223.6
2030 30.509.996 +0.92% 207.3
2025 NOW 29.618.118 -0.11% 201.2
2020 28.966.574 +1.94% 196.8
2015 27.823.629 +0.55% 189
2010 27.341.952 +0.62% 185.8
2005 26.309.458 +1.13% 178.8
2000 24.546.509 +1.75% 166.8
1995 22.245.439 +2.43% 151.1
1990 19.524.573 +2.45% 132.7
1985 17.477.692 +2.3% 118.8
1980 15.553.105 +2.39% 105.7
1975 13.870.695 +2.23% 94.2
1970 12.436.190 +2.21% 84.5
1965 11.173.411 +2.07% 75.9
1960 10.123.658 +1.86% 68.8
1955 9.257.977 +1.87% 62.9
1950 8.396.603 - 57

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