Jhapa District, Administrative division in Eastern Nepal
The district covers 1,606 square kilometers of terrain, ranging from flat plains to hills, bordered by the Mechi River and India's Darjeeling district.
The district's name originates from the Rajbanshi Surjapuri language word 'Jhapa', indicating its deep connection to historical ethnic settlements in the region.
The district hosts more than 110 ethnic groups, including Limbu, Rai, and Brahmin communities, each maintaining their languages, traditions, and religious practices.
With eight municipalities and seven rural municipalities, Jhapa maintains road networks connecting to other parts of Nepal and India through Kakarbhitta-Mechinagar.
The district experiences temperature variations from 1°C to 42.5°C and receives up to 300 centimeters of annual rainfall, supporting diverse agricultural activities.
Location: Koshi Province
Capital city: Bhadrapur
Elevation above the sea: 506 m
Website: http://ddcjhapa.gov.np
GPS coordinates: 26.53333,87.93333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:50
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