Kailali District

Kailali District spans 3,235 square kilometers across the Terai plain region of Sudurpashchim Province, encompassing tropical and subtropical climate zones.

Initially part of the Doti Kingdom, Kailali changed hands during the Anglo-Nepalese war before returning to Nepal through the Sugauli Treaty of 1816.

The district population includes 41.9% Tharu people, with Tharu language spoken by 41.5% of residents, while Nepali and Doteli form additional linguistic groups.

Dhangadhi functions as the administrative center, managing 13 local divisions including one sub-metropolitan city, six urban municipalities, and six rural municipalities.

The district's elevation varies significantly, creating distinct climate zones with 59.3% lower tropical areas below 300 meters and 13.8% subtropical regions above 1,000 meters.

Location: Sudurpashchim Province

Capital city: Dhangadhi

Website: http://ddckailali.gov.np

GPS coordinates: 28.68333,80.60000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:14