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Mongar, Bhutan

Mongar · Bhutan

Mongar is a small town in Mongar, Bhutan with a population of 2,969. Elevation: 5,407 ft (1,648 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,969 Population 794/sq mi density
5,407 ft Elevation 1,648 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
49.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Thimphu Timezone

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About Mongar

Mongar

Mongar is a town and the seat of Mongar District in eastern Bhutan. The population of Mongar Dzongkhag in 2022 was estimated at 36,383, comprising 17,498 males and 18,886 females. It included 10,084 residing in urban centres of Mongar, Gyalpoizhing, Lingmithang, Kidheykhar, Drametse and Yadi towns. The rural population f 7 Gewogs was o6,299. Mongar is on the road from Thimphu to Trashigang. It is one of the oldest educational hubs of the country. It has a regional hospital and a good standard hotel, among other facilities. The important Yagang Lhakhang monastery is on the outskirts of the town.
The post code for Mongar post office is 43001. The ruins of Zhongar Dzong are located on the outskirts of Mongar. The Dzong has been in ruins since 1889.

People

Population2,969
Density794/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Population2,969
Population Density794 / sq mi
Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Coordinates27.2747°, 91.2396°
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu
Country🇧🇹 Bhutan
State / ProvinceMongar
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation49.5 inches (1,257 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mongar

Mongar is a small town in Bhutan (Mongar) with a population of 2,969. The city sits at an elevation of 5,407 feet (1,648 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.

Mongar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,407 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above Bhutan avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density794/sq mi
Coordinates27.2747°N, 91.2396°W
TimezoneAsia/Thimphu

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.5"
30% above Bhutan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.10"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

148 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1.

Sep 21, 2009 11 km W of Trashigang, Bhutan M6.1 21 km
Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 132 km
Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 61 km
Feb 17, 1995 41 km N of Bomdila, India M5.5 119 km
Dec 31, 2009 4 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.5 27 km
Jan 25, 2000 48 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.2 144 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 132 km
Jul 8, 1998 21 km WNW of Mongar, Bhutan M5.2 22 km
Aug 18, 1998 22 km E of Jakar, Bhutan M5.2 41 km
Nov 6, 2001 33 km S of Tawang, India M5.2 67 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 60 km
Oct 29, 2009 15 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.1 18 km
Jun 28, 2015 18 km N of B?sugaon, India M5.1 109 km
Jan 2, 2000 33 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 128 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 139 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 114 km
Mar 26, 2021 47 km NNE of Bomdila, India M5.0 147 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 146 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 75 km
Dec 12, 1993 34 km W of Bomdila, India M4.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
March 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
May 69°F (21°C) 5.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 8.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 11.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 8.0 in
September 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Driest

Mongar has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Mongar

Institution Type Founded Website
Gyalpozhing College of Information Technology University - Visit →

Schools in Mongar

36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Staff Quarter 1 - - - -
Principal's Resident - - - -
Staff Quarter 3 - - - -
Staff Quarter 4 - - - -
Staff Quarter 5 - - - -
Staff Quarter 6 - - - -
Principal Residence - - - -
Staff Quarter 3 - - - -
Staff Quarter 2 - - - -
Matron Residence - - - -
MPH(MMSS) - - - -
Academic Block 1 - - - -
Academic Block 2 - - - -
Academic Block 3 - - - -
Academic Block 4 - - - -
Academic Block 5 - - - -
Kilikhar Central School compound - - - -
Gyalpozhing Higher Secondary School - - - -
G-Hostel Toilet - - - -
Mongar Lower Secondary School - - - -
Football Ground - - - -
Prayer Hall - - - -
New Academic Block - - - -
Old Academic Block - - - -
Library and Laboratories - - - -
Dinning Hall - - - -
Girls Hostel - - - -
Woob community primary School - - - -
Girl's Toilet - - - -
Old Kitchen - - - -
New Kitchen - - - -
Multi-purpose Hall (MPH) - - - -
Old Hostel (Boys) - - - -
New Hospital (Boys) - - - -
Staff Quarter - - - -
Staff Quarter 2 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mongar

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Mongar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nangkhor Central School Library and Science Lab0.0

Hotels in Mongar

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sherub Hotel ( DrukZom)
Trashigang Hotel
Trogon Villa Lodge
Wangchuck Hotel
Zhongar Hotel

Restaurants in Mongar

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lotus Pond

Monuments in Mongar

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mongar Chorten

Veterinaries in Mongar

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mongar Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Mongar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhutan Oil Distributor
Gas Station

Banks in Mongar

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Bhutan
Bhutan Development Bank Limited
Bhutan Development Bank Ltd.
BNBL ATM

Airports Near Mongar

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathpalathang AirportBUTSmall Airport
Yongphulla AirportYONSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mongar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bhutan Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mongar

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chorten
Jaiphu Lhakhang
Jarungkhashor Chorten
Kadam Goenpa
Kilikhar Shedra
Larjab Lhakhang
Mani Dungkur
Pongchula Lhakhang
Shami Lhakhang
Thamnangbi Lhakhang
Tshomen Neykhang

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Thimphu
Elevation
1,600 m (5,250 ft)

🇧🇹 About Bhutan

Capital Thimphu
Population 754,394
Area 47,000 km²
GDP (USD) $3,012,896,789
GDP per capita $3,831
HDI 0.698
Life expectancy 73.0 years
Internet users 88.4%
Urban population 41.7%
Currency BTN (Ngultrum)
Languages Dzongkha
Calling code +975
TLD .bt
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mongar

What is the population of Mongar?

Mongar has a population of 2,969 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 794 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mongar?

Mongar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.

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