Barbardiya Municipality , Jaya Nagar, Bardiya

Local Government Services

Course

Municipality

Study Mode

Full Time

Overview

The Municipal Executive Office of Barbardiya Municipality (बारबर्दिया नगरपालिका, बर्दिया) is situated in Jaya Nagar, Bardiya District, Lumbini Province, Nepal. Barbardiya Nagarpalika is the local government of Bardiya district. It was incorporated in 2017 and has been providing various local government services through eleven wards.

As a local government, Barbardiya Municipality offers a comprehensive range of essential services designed to enhance the daily lives of its residents.

From civil registration to health care, education, and local development, the municipality works to make public services more accessible, accountable, and people-focused.

Barbardiya Municipality Office Building

Administrative Services

Barbardiya offers several core administrative services that every resident may need at different stages of life:

Vital Registration - Citizens can register births, deaths, marriages, and migration. Birth registration is free if completed within 35 days.
Building Permits - For those planning to construct or renovate homes, the municipality issues building permits upon receipt of the submitted designs and land ownership documents.
Community Projects - Local consumer committees can sign agreements with the municipality to lead community infrastructure projects, such as road repairs and water supply improvements.
Online Services - Through its digital portal, residents can easily download forms, register for social security, and view citizen charters.

Health Services

The municipality prioritizes health through a variety of public programs and emergency care options:

Reproductive Health Screenings - Free check-ups and services are available for uterine prolapse, obstetric fistula, STIs, cervical and breast cancer.
Snakebite Treatment - Emergency treatment for snakebites is available at no cost in the local health facilities.
HPV Vaccination
The municipality conducts periodic campaigns for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, with a particular focus on school-aged girls.

Education and Social Support

Barbardiya supports inclusive learning and social welfare to ensure equal opportunities for all:

Public Schools and Colleges - With over 90 early childhood centers, multiple community schools, and two higher education campuses, education is available across all wards.
Scholarships - Financial aid is offered to students from marginalized and low-income backgrounds to support their education.
Child Protection - A temporary shelter home is in place to provide safety and care for orphaned or at-risk children within the community.

Infrastructure and Local Development

Development projects are central to improving everyday life in Barbardiya:

Local Construction Projects - The municipality oversees drainage installations, road improvements, and other basic infrastructure works in all wards.
Agricultural Support - Farmers receive improved paddy seeds at a 50% subsidy to boost local food production and income.

Cultural and Traditional Initiatives

Barbardiya values its indigenous heritage and ensures its integration in local governance:

Barghar System Recognition - The municipality has adopted a local law to officially recognize the traditional Tharu "Barghar" leadership system, allowing it to work alongside formal government structures.

Barbardiya Municipality Geographical Map