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Malaṅgawā, Nepal

Madhesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Malaṅgawā is a small city in Madhesh, Nepal with a population of 20,284. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,284 Population 1,726/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
64.5 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

Population20,284
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density1,726/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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain64.5 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population20,284
Population Density1,726 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates26.8562°, 85.5603°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceMadhesh
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation64.5 inches (1,637 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Malaṅgawā a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malaṅgawā 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. Malaṅgawā 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

Malaṅgawā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Malaṅgawā has a population of 20,284 with a density of 1,726 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 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

20,284
Total Population
1,726
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
11.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Malaṅgawā vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malaṅgawā vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malaṅgawā 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: Malaṅgawā 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 Malaṅgawā, 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: Malaṅgawā 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

Malaṅgawā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 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 292 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.5 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density1,726/sq mi
Coordinates26.8562°N, 85.5603°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.1 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.5 in
June 84°F (29°C) 10.9 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 19.6 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 14.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
December 62°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest

Malaṅgawā has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 60°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (19.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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 Density1,726/sq mi
Total Area11.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Malaṅgawā

What is the population of Malaṅgawā?

Malaṅgawā has a population of 20,284 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 1,726 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 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 Malaṅgawā expensive to live in?

Malaṅgawā 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 Malaṅgawā?

Malaṅgawā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Malaṅgawā?

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

How are the schools in Malaṅgawā?

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

How healthy is Malaṅgawā?

The obesity rate in Malaṅgawā 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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