Rupa Rural Municipality
Rupa Rural Municipality
रुपा गाउँपालिका | |
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  Rupa Rural Municipality Location in Nepal  Rupa Rural Municipality Rupa Rural Municipality (Nepal) | |
| Coordinates: 28°09′09″N 84°09′02″E / 28.152586°N 84.150477°E | |
| Country |  Nepal |
| Province | Gandaki |
| District | Kaski District |
| Area | |
• Total | 94.8 km2 (36.6 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• Total | 14,526 |
| • Density | 150/km2 (400/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+5:45 (Nepal Time) |
| Website | http://rupamun.gov.np/ |
Rupa Rural Municipality (Rupa Gaupalika) (Nepali: रुपा गाउँपालिका) is a Gaunpalika in Kaski District in Gandaki Province of Nepal. On 12 March 2017, the government of Nepal implemented a new local administrative structure, in which VDCs have been replaced with municipal and Village Councils. Rupa is one of these 753 local units.[1][2][3]
Demographics
[edit]At the time of the 2011 Nepal census, Rupa Rural Municipality had a population of 14,526. Of these, 76.7% spoke Nepali, 13.4% Gurung, 4.0% Newar, 3.2% Urdu, 2.0% Magar, 0.2% Bhojpuri, 0.1% Tamang and 0.4% other languages as their first language.[4]
In terms of ethnicity/caste, 25.8% were Hill Brahmin, 14.6% Gurung, 11.6% Chhetri, 9.4% Kami, 6.9% Newar, 6.1% Magar, 5.4% Damai/Dholi, 4.4% Thakuri, 4.3% Kumal, 3.9% Sarki, 3.3% Musalman, 2.1% Gharti/Bhujel, 0.5% Sanyasi/Dasnami, 0.3% Khawas, 0.2% Bote, 0.2% other Dalit, 0.2% Tamang, 0.1% Badi, 0.1% Dura, 0.1% Rai and 0.3% others.[5]
In terms of religion, 86.4% were Hindu, 9.8% Buddhist, 3.3% Muslim, 0.3% Christian and 0.1% others.[6]
In terms of literacy, 75.1% could both read and write, 2.0% could only read and 22.8% could neither read nor write.[7]
Things to do around Rupa Rural Munucipality
[edit]Rupa Rural Municipality offers a blend of nature, culture, and scenic beauty. Visitors can enjoy boating and birdwatching at Rupa Lake or explore the Round the Rupa Cycle Route for stunning views of the Annapurna range. For panoramic vistas, hikes to Kot Bhairab Temple and Hathi Maita Viewpoint are recommended. The beautiful and luxurious Rupakot Resort provides an ideal base, offering breathtaking views of Begnas and Rupa Lakes along with modern amenities for relaxation. Spiritual landmarks like Tal Barahi Temple and Sita Cave also enrich the visitor experience.
References
[edit]- ^ "Rupa". Archived from the original on 2008-10-12. Retrieved 2020-07-05.
- ^ "Map of Kaski District" (PDF). UN.org.np. Retrieved 5 July 2020.
- ^ "Kaski District Coordination Committee Office". ddckaski.gov.np. Retrieved 5 July 2020.
- ^ NepalMap Language [1]
- ^ NepalMap Caste [2]
- ^ NepalMap Religion [3]
- ^ NepalMap Literacy [4]
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