How many inhabitants are there in Nepal?
Nepal has a population of approximately 28.8 million inhabitants according to the latest 2017 data. This population comprises over 60 different ethnicities, making the country one of Asia's most culturally diverse nations.
Nepal's Population
In 2017, the Nepalese population was estimated at 28,825,709 inhabitants. This population grows regularly by approximately 1.2% per year.
Exceptional ethnic diversity
Nepal is home to more than 60 different ethnic groups, making it one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. The main ethnic groups include:
- The Chhetri: majority group (approximately 16% of the population)
- The Brahmins: second largest group
- The Magar, Tharu, Tamang, Newar: historic ethnicities of the country
- The Sherpa: famous inhabitants of the high mountains
Key takeaway
This ethnic diversity translates into extraordinary cultural wealth with more than 120 languages spoken throughout the Nepalese territory, although Nepali remains the unifying official language.