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Dārchulā, Nepal

Sudurpashchim Pradesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Dārchulā is a small city in Sudurpashchim Pradesh, Nepal with a population of 18,317. Elevation: 6,309 ft (1,923 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,317 Population
6,309 ft Elevation 1,923 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
67.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population18,317
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain67.5 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation6,309 ft (1,923 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population18,317
Elevation6,309 ft (1,923 m)
Coordinates29.8300°, 80.5500°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceSudurpashchim Pradesh
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation67.5 inches (1,715 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Dārchulā a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dārchulā receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Dārchulā has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dārchulā enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Dārchulā has a population of 18,317. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,317
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dārchulā vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dārchulā vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dārchulā is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dārchulā vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dārchulā, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Dārchulā vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Dārchulā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 67.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6,309 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.5 inches
78% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation6,309 ft (1,923 m)
Coordinates29.8300°N, 80.5500°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
March 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
April 67°F (20°C) 2.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.9 in
June 72°F (22°C) 8.2 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 16.7 in Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 16.5 in
September 68°F (20°C) 8.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in Driest
December 50°F (10°C) 1.1 in

Dārchulā has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 49°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 67.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.7") and November the driest (0.5").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dārchulā

What is the population of Dārchulā?

Dārchulā has a population of 18,317 residents and is located in Nepal.. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Dārchulā expensive to live in?

Dārchulā is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dārchulā?

Dārchulā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Dārchulā?

The job market in Dārchulā faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dārchulā?

21.3% of adults in Dārchulā hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dārchulā?

The obesity rate in Dārchulā is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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