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Geography : Bagmati Pradesh covers an area of 20,300 square kilometers, making it the third smallest province in Nepal. The province is surrounded by six other provinces of Nepal and shares its international border with Tibet, an autonomous region of China. Bagmati Pradesh is characterized by a diverse landscape, ranging from the high Himalayan mountain range in the north to the Terai plains in the south. The province is home to eight of the ten highest peaks in the world, including Mount Everest, which lies on the border with Tibet.
The Bagmati River, after which the province is named, is one of the major rivers in Nepal and is a lifeline for the people living in the province. The river originates from the Himalayas and flows through the Kathmandu Valley before joining the Ganges in India. The river and its tributaries provide water for drinking, irrigation, and other purposes to the people living in the province.
Administration : Bagmati Pradesh is divided into 13 districts, which are further divided into 362 local units, including municipalities and rural municipalities. The province has its capital in Hetauda, which is located in Makwanpur district. The provincial government is headed by a Chief Minister and a Provincial Assembly of 110 members is responsible for the legislative functions of the province.
Demographics : According to the 2011 Census, the population of Bagmati Pradesh was 5,404,145, making it the second most populous province in Nepal after Province No. 3. The province has a diverse population with people belonging to different ethnic groups, such as Brahmin, Chhetri, Newar, Tamang, Gurung, Magar, and Tharu, among others. The people of the province speak different languages and dialects, with Nepali being the most widely spoken language.
Economy : Bagmati Pradesh has a diverse economy, with agriculture being the main occupation of the people living in the province. The province is known for the production of crops such as paddy, maize, wheat, millet, and barley, among others. The province also has a significant production of fruits and vegetables, such as apples, oranges, bananas, and potatoes, among others. The Terai region of the province is known for its production of sugarcane and jute.
Apart from agriculture, the province has a significant tourism industry, with many tourists visiting the province to explore the Himalayan peaks, trekking routes, and cultural heritage sites. The province is home to many religious and cultural sites, such as the Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Boudhanath Stupa, among others. The province also has a growing manufacturing sector, with industries such as cement, brick, and paper production, among others.
Infrastructure : Bagmati Pradesh has a well-developed transport infrastructure, with a network of roads, highways, and airports connecting different parts of the province. The province has two domestic airports, in Kathmandu and Bharatpur, which provide air connectivity to different parts of the country. The province also has a railway line, which connects the city of Birgunj, in the southern Terai region, with Raxaul, in India.
The province also has a well-developed education and healthcare infrastructure, with many schools, colleges, and universities