Local Government Services

Local Government Services of Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City, Dang

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City (घोराही उपमहानगरपालिका) is a local government unit in Dang District of Lumbini Province, Nepal. It is located in the eastern part of Dang Valley and covers 522.21 square kilometers.

The sub-metropolitan city has 19 wards and serves as the district headquarters of Dang. It is bordered by Bangalachuli Rural Municipality to the east, Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City to the west, Lamahi Municipality to the south, and Rolpa District to the north.

According to the 2021 census, Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City had 49,761 households and a total population of 200,530. The municipality includes urban, semi-urban, and rural settlements, along with schools, colleges, public spaces, rivers, parks, playgrounds, religious sites, and local cultural areas.

Quick Highlights

Local Administration and Ward Structure

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City is organized into 19 wards. These wards cover former local units including Rampur VDC, Laxmipur VDC, Dharna VDC, Saudiyar VDC, Tripur Municipality, Ghorahi Municipality, and Saigha VDC.

The ward structure connects settlements across the municipality with local-level administration. Ward 15 had the highest population in the 2021 census, with 29,044 residents. Ward 1 had 4,987 residents, while Ward 19 had 5,909 residents.

Location and Boundary Context

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City lies in Dang District in the central part of Lumbini Province. It is spread across the eastern part of Dang Valley and includes areas connected with the Chure and Mahabharat ranges.

The municipality borders Bangalachuli Rural Municipality to the east, Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City to the west, Lamahi Municipality to the south, and Rolpa District to the north.

Population and Household Records

The 2011 census recorded 35,419 households and a population of 156,164 in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City. The 2021 census recorded 49,761 households and a population of 200,530.

The 2021 population included 46.8 percent male and 53.2 percent female residents.

Education Context

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has schools, colleges, technical schools, and other educational institutions. The municipality has 14 colleges, including 7 private colleges, 6 public colleges, and 1 technical school.

The school statistics include public, private, religious, TECS, technical, and private nonprofit schools.

School-Level Distribution

The 2021 census recorded the literacy rate of Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City at 83 percent. Male literacy was 89.6 percent, and female literacy was 77.4 percent.

Settlements and Urban Context

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City includes settlements across all 19 wards. The central market, market areas, and older settlements have developed with road networks and access to public facilities.

Major settlements and local areas include Rampur, Laxmipur, Dharapani, Saudiyar, Narayanpur Bazaar, Bangaun, Bus Park, Bharatpur, Sarra, Chogra, Ghorahi, and Saigha.

The municipality’s settlement pattern includes both growing urban areas and ward-level villages and toles.

Water Sources and Irrigation Context

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has rivers, streams, ponds, and other water bodies across different wards. These water sources support the local aquatic ecosystem, livestock, birds, and irrigation.

Major rivers and streams include Babai Khola, Bhaise Khola, Katuwa Khola, Sisne Khola, Jahrawa Khola, Sarena Khola, Sewar Khola, Gune Khola, Hapur Khola, Patre Khola, and Andariya Khola.

The document also notes concerns related to erosion, burial, drying of water sources, land-use change, temperature rise, climate change, human activity, and excessive grazing. Conservation and proper management of water bodies are linked with drinking water, irrigation, and local environmental needs.

Agriculture and Livestock Context

Water sources in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City support local farming and livestock. Rivers, streams, and ponds provide habitat for aquatic animals and birds while also supporting irrigation for farmers.

This makes water source conservation relevant to agriculture, livestock, and local resource management within the municipality.

Parks, Recreational Areas, and Public Spaces

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has parks, picnic spots, religious areas, and recreational sites in different wards. These spaces are used for recreation, fairs, tourism, religious activities, and community gatherings.

Major sites include:

• Thanti Darai Month, Ward 1

• Sadakghar, Ward 4

• Dharapani, Ward 5

• Barahkune Daha, Ward 5

• Jamire Daha, Ward 13

• Shahid Lakhan Thapa Park, Ward 14

• Chogora, Ward 18

• Goraksha Ratnanath Temple, Ward 18

• Sisnekhola Charudhan, Ward 13

• Okhariberi, Ward 13

• Baran Madyawara, Naynivar, Ward 13

• Suryak Park, Telawa Pakha Gurje, Ward 13

Barahkune Daha covers 13 hectares. Shahid Lakhan Thapa Park covers 0.0065 square kilometers. Baran Madyawara, Naynivar covers 0.0132 square kilometers, while Suryak Park covers 0.0155 square kilometers.

Sports and Playgrounds

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has playgrounds and open spaces used for sports and recreation. Some school areas also have playgrounds.

Public Rest Houses, Pauwas, and Chautaras

Public rest houses, pati, pauwa, chautaras, waiting shelters, wells, taps, dharmashala, and other public structures are part of the municipality’s community assets. These structures are used for rest, public discussion, community interaction, and religious activity.

Identified public shelters and chautaras are located in areas including Simalatara, Kapurkuti, Rampur Chowk, Laxmipur Chowk, Musegaun Chowk, Sodiyar Chowk, Narayanpur Bazaar, Hapur Chowk, Bus Park, Traffic Chowk, Tulsipur Chowk, Sarra Chowk, Chogra Chowk, Masina, and Saigha Chowk.

Religious and Tourist Sites

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has religious and tourist sites across different wards. These sites are connected with local culture, fairs, festivals, and community activity.

Major sites include:

• Thankot, Ward 4

• Pandaveshwar Shiva Temple, Ward 5

• Barahkune Jaldev Sthan Ganesh, Ward 5

• Okhariberi Tourist Site, Ward 13

• Barah Area, Barahkune Lake, Ward 13

• Om Shanti Sai Temple, Ward 14

• Tathya Sai Centre, Ward 14

• Ambikeshwari Shivalaya, Ward 15

• Siddharatnanath Pith, Ward 17

• Ambikeshwari Temple, Ward 18

• Kalika Bhagwati Temple, Ward 18

• Jaire Stupa, Ward 19

Local Festivals and Community Events

Different communities in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City celebrate local festivals, jatras, and fairs. Major festivals include Dashain, Tihar, Holi, Bhote Jatra, Maghi festival, Gaura festival, Udhauli, and Ubhauli.

Natural Resources

The far western part of Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has potential limestone availability. Any extraction activity needs assessment of environmental and ecological impact.

Related Municipality Links

• Bangalachuli Rural Municipality

• Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City

• Lamahi Municipality

FAQ

Where is Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City located?

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City is located in Dang District of Lumbini Province, Nepal.

How many wards are there in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City?

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has 19 wards.

What is the area of Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City?

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City covers 522.21 square kilometers.

What was the population of Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City in the 2021 census?

The 2021 census recorded a population of 200,530 in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City.

What education institutions are found in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City?

Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City has schools, colleges, technical schools, and other educational institutions. It has 14 colleges and schools across pre-school, basic, secondary, and +2 levels.

What are some major rivers and streams in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City?

Major rivers and streams include Babai Khola, Bhaise Khola, Katuwa Khola, Sisne Khola, Jahrawa Khola, Sarena Khola, Sewar Khola, Gune Khola, Hapur Khola, Patre Khola, and Andariya Khola.

What are some religious and tourist sites in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City?

Major sites include Pandaveshwar Shiva Temple, Barahkune Jaldev Sthan Ganesh, Okhariberi Tourist Site, Ambikeshwari Shivalaya, Siddharatnanath Pith, Ambikeshwari Temple, Kalika Bhagwati Temple, and Jaire Stupa.