Udayapur District, located in Koshi Province, lies at the foothills of the Mahabharat range and extends into the Inner Madhesh region, offering a unique blend of hills, valleys, and plains. Nestled near the base of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, Udayapur stands out for its rich ecological and cultural diversity. The district capital, Gaighat, functions as the administrative and educational hub.
Udayapur is bordered to the north by Bhojpur, Khotang, and parts of Okhaldhunga, to the south by Siraha and Saptari, to the east by Sunsari and parts of Dhankuta, and to the west by Sindhuli and parts of Dhanusha.
The district is divided into 8 local levels, consisting of:
4 Municipalities: Triyuga, Belaka, Chaudandigadhi, and Katari
4 Rural Municipalities: Rautamai, Limchungbung, Tapli, and Udayapurgadhi
Spanning an area of 2,063 square kilometers, Udayapur includes hilly terrain, inner Tarai valleys, and lowland plains. It ranks as the 20th largest district in Nepal, 4th in Koshi Province, and the 2nd largest in the former Sagarmatha Zone. The district’s terrain and climate support a variety of agricultural and natural ecosystems.
Udayapur District is home to several schools that are highly regarded for their academic excellence, extracurricular engagement, and social outreach. Prominent institutions include Puma English Boarding School, Morning Glory English Boarding School, Shree Secondary School Maruwa, Janata Kalika Secondary School Sorung, Shree Janata Secondary School, Ram Janaki Secondary School, and Shree Barpipal Secondary School.
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