Overview
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality (भगवतीमाई गाउँपालिका) is a local level government in Dailekh District of Karnali Province, Nepal. It was formed during Nepal’s federal restructuring in 2017 AD (2073 BS), when the former local bodies were replaced by 753 local levels across the country. The rural municipality’s official contact address is Pagnath, Dailekh, Karnali Province.
Located in the eastern part of Dailekh District, Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality includes 7 wards and covers 151.52 square kilometers. According to the National Population and Housing Census 2021 (2078 BS), it has a total population of 18,206, with 9,017 males and 9,189 females across 3,550 households.
Quick Highlights
| Indicator | Details |
|---|---|
| Province | Karnali Province |
| District | Dailekh |
| Local Level Type | Rural Municipality |
| Official Address | Pagnath, Dailekh, Karnali Province |
| Total Area | 151.52 sq. km. |
| Total Wards | 7 |
| Total Population | 18,206 |
| Male Population | 9,017 |
| Female Population | 9,189 |
| Total Households | 3,550 |
| Population Density | About 120 people per sq. km. |
Introduction
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality, known in Nepali as भगवतीमाई गाउँपालिका, is one of the local governments of Dailekh District in Karnali Province. It was created by incorporating the former Pagnath, Ruma, Meheltoli, Jagnath, Katti, and Badabhairab Village Development Committees.
The name Bhagawatimai is associated with Bhagawatimai, a local deity revered in the area. The rural municipality functions as a public administrative unit responsible for local governance, service delivery, development planning, and coordination of community-level services through the rural municipality office and ward offices.
Location and Boundary
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality lies in the eastern part of Dailekh District. Its location connects it with local levels of Dailekh, Jajarkot, and Surkhet districts.
It is bordered by Junichande Rural Municipality and Chhedagad Municipality of Jajarkot District to the east. Naumule Rural Municipality lies to the north. Dungeshwar Rural Municipality and Narayan Municipality lie to the west. Gurans Rural Municipality, Shivalaya Rural Municipality of Jajarkot, and Chingad Rural Municipality of Surkhet lie to the south.
Formation and Administrative Structure
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality was formed during Nepal’s federal restructuring in 2017 AD (2073 BS). The restructuring replaced the former local bodies with 753 local levels across Nepal.
The rural municipality was formed by combining the former Pagnath, Rum, Meheltoli, Jagnath, Katti, and Badabhairab Village Development Committees. It is divided into 7 wards, which serve as the local administrative units for public service delivery and community-level governance.
Population and Households
According to the National Population and Housing Census 2021 (2078 BS), Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality has a total population of 18,206. The population includes 9,017 males and 9,189 females.
The rural municipality has 3,550 households and covers an area of 151.52 square kilometers. Its population density is about 120 people per square kilometer.
Ward-wise Population
| Ward No. | Female | Male | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,297 | 1,218 | 2,515 |
| 2 | 1,200 | 1,115 | 2,315 |
| 3 | 1,511 | 1,507 | 3,018 |
| 4 | 1,248 | 1,294 | 2,542 |
| 5 | 1,073 | 1,069 | 2,142 |
| 6 | 1,575 | 1,574 | 3,149 |
| 7 | 1,285 | 1,240 | 2,525 |
| Total | 9,189 | 9,017 | 18,206 |
Ward No. 6 has the highest population, with 3,149 people. Ward No. 5 has the lowest population, with 2,142 people.
Economy and Livelihood
Agriculture is the main livelihood base of Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality. Local residents are also involved in foreign employment, service, trade, and wage-based work.
The area produces food grains, fruits, vegetables, spice crops, potatoes, soybean, and livestock-based products. Goat rearing and other small-scale agricultural activities are also present in the rural municipality.
Local Government Services
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality provides public services through the rural municipality office and ward offices. These services include local administration, vital registration, basic service delivery, local infrastructure planning, agriculture and livestock support, social security coordination, revenue collection, and community-level development activities.
The ward offices play a key role in connecting residents with local government services. They support administrative access at the community level and help coordinate development-related activities within their respective wards.
Education and Schools
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality has public and private schools serving students from early childhood and nursery levels to secondary and plus-two levels. The available school records include 34 total schools, including 33 public schools and 1 private school.
The school statistics include 32 pre-school level institutions, 33 basic level institutions, 8 secondary level institutions, and 5 plus-two level institutions. The records also include 1 model school and 1 TECS institution.
List of Schools in Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality
School Types: Public
| School Name | Level | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Jwala Secondary School | Nursery - 12 | Bestada, Bhagawatimai-1, Dailekh |
| Bhagawati Secondary School | Nursery - 12 | Kanshikandh, Bhagawatimai-5, Dailekh |
| Bhairab Secondary School | Nursery - 12 | Khora, Bhagawatimai-7, Dailekh |
| Bhagawati Secondary School | Nursery - 12 | Tursu, Bhagawatimai-4, Dailekh |
| Kalika Secondary School | Nursery - 12 | Daurimanghar, Bhagawatimai-4, Dailekh |
| Mahadev Secondary School | Nursery - 10 | Metal Pata, Bhagawatimai-3, Dailekh |
| Janata Secondary School | Nursery - 10 | Ruma, Bhagawatimai-2, Dailekh |
| Nepal Rastriya Pipal Basic School | Nursery - 8 | Chipin, Bhagawatimai-6, Dailekh |
| Saraswati Basic School | Nursery - 8 | Katti, Bhagawatimai-5, Dailekh |
| Adarsha Basic School | Nursery - 8 | Sanigau, Bhagawatimai-6, Dailekh |
| Saraswati Secondary School | Nursery - 10 | Manma, Bhagawatimai-1, Dailekh |
| Nepal Rastriya Basic School | Nursery - 8 | Taplung, Bhagawatimai-7, Dailekh |
| Khadga Devi Basic School | Nursery - 8 | Meheltoli, Bhagawatimai-3, Dailekh |
| Saraswati Basic School | Nursery - 8 | Sidar, Bhagawatimai-2, Dailekh |
| Laxmi Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Paiyagaun, Bhagawatimai-6, Dailekh |
| Janata Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Khagena, Bhagawatimai-7, Dailekh |
| Kailash Basic School Pugya | Nursery - 5 | Pugya, Bhagawatimai-3, Dailekh |
| Jaganath Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Ruma Dhaugau, Bhagawatimai-2, Dailekh |
| Besteda Himalaya Boarding School | Nursery - 4 | Bestada, Bhagawatimai-1, Dailekh |
| Jwala Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Basantppur, Bhagawatimai-3, Dailekh |
| Malika Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Baisara, Bhagawatimai-3, Dailekh |
| Janapriya Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Chakla, Bhagawatimai-5, Dailekh |
| Bhagawati Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Kulle, Bhagawatimai-4, Dailekh |
| Nepal Rastriya Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Kumri, Bhagawatimai-1, Dailekh |
| Janata Primary School | Nursery - 5 | Chipintada, Bhagawatimai-8, Dailekh |
| Masta Primary School | Nursery - 3 | Dharadanda, Bhagawatimai-3, Dailekh |
| Janata Primary School | Nursery - 3 | Panimul, Bhagawatimai-7, Dailekh |
| Laxmi Primary School | Nursery - 3 | Bhagawatimai-4, Dailekh |
| Bhagawati Basic School | Nursery - 3 | Ruma Ranichaur, Bhagawatimai-2, Dailekh |
| Saraswati Primary School | 1 - 3 | Kailasdanda, Bhagawatimai-7, Dailekh |
| Pantola Bal Bikash Kendra | Nursery - Nursery | Bhagawatimai, Dailekh |
| Jaganath Primary School | Nursery - 3 | Kotkatiya, Bhagawatimai-4, Dailekh |
| Saraswati Primary School | 1 - 3 | Bhagawatimai-1, Dailekh |
| Malika Primary School | Nursery - 3 | Bhagawatimai-4, Dailekh |
School Statistics
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Pre-school | 32 |
| Basic | 33 |
| Secondary | 8 |
| Plus-2 | 5 |
| Public | 33 |
| Private | 1 |
| Model School | 1 |
| TECS | 1 |
| Total | 34 |
FAQ
Where is Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality located?
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality is located in Dailekh District of Karnali Province, Nepal.
What is the official address of Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality?
The official contact address is Pagnath, Dailekh, Karnali Province.
How many wards are there in Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality?
Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality has 7 wards.
What is the total population of Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality?
According to the National Population and Housing Census 2021 (2078 BS), the total population is 18,206.
What is the total area of Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality?
The rural municipality covers an area of 151.52 square kilometers.
Which former Village Development Committees formed Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality?
It was formed by incorporating the former Pagnath, Rum, Meheltoli, Jagnath, Katti, and Badabhairab Village Development Committees.
What is the main livelihood base of Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality?
Agriculture is the main livelihood base. Residents are also involved in foreign employment, service, trade, and wage-based work.
How many schools are listed in Bhagawatimai Rural Municipality?
The school records include 34 total schools, with 33 public schools and 1 private school.
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