Introduction

Bajhang is a district located in Far Western Region. In the east is Baajura and Humla, west is Baitadi and Darchula, north is Humla and Tibet, south is Doti and Accham.

Its total geographical area is 3422 sq. km

The Seti River flows across whole bajhang district. Surma Sarowar and Khaptad are the main lakes. Mountains include Saipal Himalaya, Arya Himal, Nampa Himal,Yoga Himal. Khaptad, one of the famous national park, named after Khaptad Swami is situated in Bajhang.

In Bajhang there are 47 VDCs., 11 Ilakas and 2 Election Constituencies.

According to the census 2058, the total population is 167026 where population of male is 80676, female is 86350. The population growth rate is 1.85%.