Overview
Bhairabi Rural Municipality is a local government unit in Dailekh District of Karnali Province, Nepal. It is known in Nepali as भैरवी गाउँपालिका. The administrative centre is located at Bhairi Kalikathum, and the rural municipality was established in Falgun 2073 BS during Nepal’s local-level restructuring.
The municipality is divided into 7 wards and covers 110.43 square kilometres. Its population stands at 18,767, with 10,183 females and 8,584 males. The area is rural and hilly, with local livelihoods connected to agriculture, livestock, forest resources, small trade, and cottage-based economic activities. Bhairabi also has public schools serving basic, secondary, and plus-two levels across different wards.
Quick Highlights
| Indicator | Details |
|---|---|
| Province | Karnali Province |
| District | Dailekh |
| Local Level | Rural Municipality |
| Nepali Name | भैरवी गाउँपालिका |
| Administrative Centre | Bhairi Kalikathum |
| Established | Falgun 2073 BS |
| Total Wards | 7 |
| Total Area | 110.43 sq. km |
| Total Population | 18,767 |
| Female Population | 10,183 |
| Male Population | 8,584 |
| Households | 3,976 |
| Population Density | About 170 people per sq. km |
Location and Administrative Identity
Bhairabi Rural Municipality lies in Dailekh District of Karnali Province. Its administrative centre is Bhairi Kalikathum. The rural municipality was formed in Falgun 2073 BS as part of Nepal’s local-level restructuring.
The municipality is divided into 7 wards. Its location is marked by Chhamghat Khola in the east, Bhairabi Gadjiula Khola in the west, Kalikot District in the north, and Dullu Municipality in the south.
Geography and Settlement Context
Bhairabi Rural Municipality covers 110.43 square kilometres. The area is largely rural and hilly, shaping local settlement patterns, mobility, agriculture, and resource use.
The population is distributed across 3,976 households. With 18,767 residents and an area of 110.43 square kilometres, the population density is about 170 people per square kilometre.
Population and Household Profile
The 2078 BS census figures record a total population of 18,767 in Bhairabi Rural Municipality. The female population is 10,183, while the male population is 8,584.
The municipality has 3,976 households. These figures provide a basic demographic picture of the local area and its service-planning needs.
| Population Indicator | Figure |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,767 |
| Female Population | 10,183 |
| Male Population | 8,584 |
| Households | 3,976 |
Local Economy and Livelihoods
The local economy of Bhairabi Rural Municipality is mainly linked with agriculture, livestock, small trade, and cottage industries. Local livelihoods also connect with forest resources and land-based activities.
Agriculture-related activities with local potential include cardamom, orange, ginger, turmeric, paddy, wheat, and vegetable farming. Locally available resources include slate stone, water, land, forests, and herbal resources.
Government transactions within the rural municipality are conducted through a branch of Himalayan Bank.
Local Resources and Tourism Sites
Bhairabi Rural Municipality has several locally identified resources, including slate stone, water, land, forest resources, and herbal resources. These resources are part of the municipality’s rural economic setting.
Shirsthan, Bhairabi, and Byauli are identified as major local tourism and religious sites. These places add cultural and local identity value to the municipality.
Education and Schools
Bhairabi Rural Municipality has public schools serving learners from nursery level through plus-two level. The school network includes basic schools, secondary schools, and plus-two schools across different wards.
School Statistics
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Pre-school | 22 |
| Basic | 43 |
| Secondary | 6 |
| Plus-2 | 3 |
| Public | 42 |
| Model School | 1 |
| TECS | 1 |
| Technical School | 1 |
| Total | 42 |
Schools in Bhairabi Rural Municipality
School Types: Public
| School Name | Level | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Himalaya Secondary School | Nursery - 12 | Dadimadi, Bhairabi-5, Dailekh |
| Panchadewal Secondary School | Nursery - 12 | Rawatkot, Bhairabi-2, Dailekh |
| Gauri Secondary School Balekanda | 1 - 10 | Newra, Bhairabi-4, Dailekh |
| Adarsha Secondary School, Ghumnekhali | Nursery - 12 | Gumnekhali, Bhairabi-6, Dailekh |
| Nepal. Rastrya. Basic School Mahataragaun | Nursery - 8 | Mahataragaun, Bhairabi-1, Dailekh |
| Nepal. Rastrya. Basic School Chhadne | Nursery - 8 | Bhairabi-3, Dailekh |
| Masta Mandu Secondary School Dokra | 1 - 10 | Bhairabi-5, Dailekh |
| Deuti Basic School Kurma | Nursery - 8 | Kurma, Bhairabi-3, Dailekh |
| Masta Basic School, Mastasthan | Nursery - 8 | Bhairabi Gaupalika, Bhairabi-2, Dailekh |
| Bhagawati Basic School Kusapani | 1 - 8 | Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Mahadev Secondary School | 1 - 10 | Gairasaru, Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Janasewa Basic Bhuwatakura | Nursery - 5 | Bhuwatakura, Bhairabi-3, Dailekh |
| Shahid Basic School Kaphaldanda | Nursery - 8 | Kurmakot, Bhairabi-6, Dailekh |
| Bhairab Basicbarpipal | Nursery - 5 | Barpipal, Bhairabi-4, Dailekh |
| Ratna Nera Basic School Kaina | Nursery - 5 | Kaina, Bhairabi-3, Dailekh |
| Saraswati Basic School Kurmakot | 1 - 8 | Bhairabi-6, Dailekh |
| Deuti Bajai Basic School Simakhali | Nursery - 5 | Simakhali, Bhairabi-5, Dailekh |
| Yuwa Basic School Budhana | 1 - 5 | Budhana, Bhairabi-4, Dailekh |
| Masta Basic School Bahachaur | 1 - 5 | Bahachaur, Bhairabi-5, Dailekh |
| Nepal Rastrya Basic School Dandasaru | Nursery - 8 | Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Janta Basic School Gairakhadi | Nursery - 3 | Bhairabi-1, Dailekh |
| Puspalal Basic School Bhitrikhola | 1 - 8 | Majgaun, Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Basudhara Basic School Mathegaun | Nursery - 3 | Naulekhola, Bhairabi-4, Dailekh |
| Nepal Rastriya Basic School, Thapabada | Nursery - 5 | Thapabada, Bhairabi-5, Dailekh |
| Nepal Rastriya Basic School Manma | 1 - 8 | Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Sharaswati Basic School Chapdaritole | Nursery - 3 | Chapdaritole, Bhairabi-5, Dailekh |
| Jaganath Basic Lamji Pokheral Bada | Nursery - 3 | Badalamji, Bhairabi-3, Dailekh |
| Janakalayan Basic School, Jaljale | Nursery - 3 | Birkhet Rawotkot, Bhairabi-1, Dailekh |
| Bhakti Basic School | 1 - 5 | Ghumnekhali, Bhairabi-6, Dailekh |
| Ganesh Basic School Torimul | Nursery - 5 | Bhairabi-6, Dailekh |
| Madarasa Kadariya O Madina Basic School | 1 - 5 | Kuraha, Bhairabi-5, Dailekh |
| Man Mohan Basic School, Kusapani | 1 - 5 | Kusapani, Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Janasewa Basic School Koldanda | Nursery - 5 | Koldanda, Bhairabi-1, Dailekh |
| Madan Ashrit Basic Kusapani | 1 - 5 | Kusapani, Bhairabi-8, Dailekh |
| Janasewa Basic School Dewal | 1 - 3 | Dewal, Bhairabi-4, Dailekh |
| Deuti Basic Chauda Chautara | Nursery - 3 | Chauda Chautara, Bhairabi-9, Dailekh |
| Mangala Basic School Kadeni | 1 - 5 | Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Panchokoshi Basic Bhairi | 1 - 3 | Bhairi, Bhairabi-4, Dailekh |
| Panchakoshi Basic Koldanda | 1 - 3 | Bhairabi-6, Dailekh |
| Himalaya Basic Byauli | 1 - 5 | Byauli, Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
| Malika Basic School Gabugaunda | 1 - 3 | Gabugaunda, Bhairabi-6, Dailekh |
| Dornachal Basic Deula | 1 - 3 | Deula, Bhairabi-7, Dailekh |
Public Service and Local Planning Context
Bhairabi Rural Municipality’s population, household count, ward structure, and school network give a clear base for local planning. The municipality’s rural and hilly setting makes agriculture, livestock, forests, water, and local trade central to daily life.
The presence of schools across several wards supports access to basic and secondary education within the rural municipality. The local economy, religious sites, natural resources, and education network together define Bhairabi’s administrative and community profile.
FAQ
Where is Bhairabi Rural Municipality located?
Bhairabi Rural Municipality is located in Dailekh District of Karnali Province, Nepal.
What is the administrative centre of Bhairabi Rural Municipality?
The administrative centre of Bhairabi Rural Municipality is Bhairi Kalikathum.
When was Bhairabi Rural Municipality established?
Bhairabi Rural Municipality was established in Falgun 2073 BS during Nepal’s local-level restructuring.
How many wards are there in Bhairabi Rural Municipality?
Bhairabi Rural Municipality is divided into 7 wards.
What is the total population of Bhairabi Rural Municipality?
The total population of Bhairabi Rural Municipality is 18,767, including 10,183 females and 8,584 males.
What is the total area of Bhairabi Rural Municipality?
Bhairabi Rural Municipality covers 110.43 square kilometres.
What are the main livelihood activities in Bhairabi Rural Municipality?
The main livelihood activities are linked with agriculture, livestock, small trade, cottage industries, forest resources, and land-based work.
Which places are identified as major tourism and religious sites in Bhairabi Rural Municipality?
Shirsthan, Bhairabi, and Byauli are identified as major local tourism and religious sites.
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