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Khārpū, Nepal

Karnali Pradesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Khārpū is a small town in Karnali Pradesh, Nepal with a population of 682. Elevation: 17,228 ft (5,251 m). Average temperature: 29°F (-2°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
682 Population
17,228 ft Elevation 5,251 meters
29°F Avg Temperature -2°C
18.5 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

Population682
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 Temp29°F (-2°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation17,228 ft (5,251 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population682
Elevation17,228 ft (5,251 m)
Coordinates30.0465°, 82.1571°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceKarnali Pradesh
Average Temperature29°F (-2°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (470 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (21 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Khārpū a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Khārpū receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Khārpū 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

Khārpū has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Khārpū has a population of 682. 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

682
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Khārpū vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Khārpū vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Khārpū 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: Khārpū 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 Khārpū, 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: Khārpū 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

Khārpū has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.1 inches of snow annually. 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 17,228 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average28.8°F
47% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.5 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation17,228 ft (5,251 m)
Coordinates30.0465°N, 82.1571°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 1.6 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.5 in
April 29°F (-2°C) 0.5 in
May 35°F (2°C) 0.3 in
June 42°F (5°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in
September 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
October 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.3 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in

Khārpū has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 12°F in January to 43°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.2").

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 Khārpū

What is the population of Khārpū?

Khārpū has a population of 682 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 Khārpū expensive to live in?

Khārpū 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 Khārpū?

Khārpū has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Khārpū?

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

How are the schools in Khārpū?

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

How healthy is Khārpū?

The obesity rate in Khārpū 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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