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Khotang

City in Koshi, Nepal

Overview

Khotang, located in the heart of eastern Nepal's Koshi region, is a blend of hilly landscapes, lively bazaars, and spiritual heritage. While less developed than major cities, it offers authentic rural experiences, local culture, and stunning natural scenery.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Nepal
Province
Koshi
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Kathmandu
Coordinates
27.16°, 86.38°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$282
Local Cost
$157
Local Income
$120
Cashless
25
English
35
Temperature
22.7°C
Summer Avg
27.1°C
Winter Avg
15.7°C
Record High
40.8°C
Record Low
0.9°C
Humidity
57%
Precipitation
1063 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
RUM
Distance
24 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.

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