Tanahun Municipalities
Tanahun FAQs
1. What is Tanahun District?
Tanahun District is a part of Gandaki Province in Nepal, with Damauli as its district headquarters. It is known for its cultural heritage and scenic landscapes.
2. What is the population of Tanahun?
According to the 2021 census, Tanahun District has a population of around 321,153 people.
3. How many municipalities are in Tanahun?
Tanahun District is divided into 10 local levels — 4 urban municipalities and 6 rural municipalities.
4. What are some popular places to visit in Tanahun?
Popular places include Devghat, Bandipur hill town, and Siddha Cave — one of the largest caves in South Asia.
5. Can readers submit local news to Tanahun Khabar?
Yes — Tanahun Khabar welcomes local news submissions through the Contact page, and the editorial team reviews them for publication.
Tanahun Weather
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The name "Tanahun" originates from "Tritung," meaning three hill peaks that overlook the region.
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Damauli is believed to be the birthplace of Sage Ved Vyas, the legendary author who compiled the four Vedas and wrote the Mahabharata.
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Tanahun is home to Siddha Gufa in Bimalnagar, which is considered the largest cave in South Asia!
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The district is the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, Nepal's first poet (Adikavi), who translated the Ramayana into Nepali.
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Bandipur, known as the "Queen of Hills," was once the district headquarters before it was moved to Damauli in 1968.
District at a Glance
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Area1,546 sq km
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Population327,620 (2021)
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Literacy Rate74.8%
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Municipalities4 Urban, 6 Rural
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HeadquartersDamauli
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Major LanguagesNepali, Magar, Gurung
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Households82,904