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Dharān, Nepal

Koshi · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Dharān is a large city in Koshi, Nepal with a population of 173,096. Elevation: 1,230 ft (375 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
173,096 Population 36,673/sq mi density
1,230 ft Elevation 375 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
67.4 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

Population173,096
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density36,673/mi²
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 Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population173,096
Population Density36,673 / sq mi
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Coordinates26.8144°, 87.2797°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceKoshi
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Dharān a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dharān 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. Dharān 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

Dharān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Dharān has a population of 173,096 with a density of 36,673 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. 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

173,096
Total Population
36,673
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dharān vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dharān vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dharān 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: Dharān 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 Dharān, 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: Dharān 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

Dharān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 67.4 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 1,230 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.4 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density36,673/sq mi
Coordinates26.8144°N, 87.2797°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.9 in
June 84°F (29°C) 12.1 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 18.3 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 12.6 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest

Dharān has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 62°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 67.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.3") and December the driest (0.3").

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

Population Density36,673/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dharān

What is the population of Dharān?

Dharān has a population of 173,096 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 36,673 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. 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 Dharān expensive to live in?

Dharān 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 Dharān?

Dharān has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Dharān?

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

How are the schools in Dharān?

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

How healthy is Dharān?

The obesity rate in Dharān 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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