Karnali Zone (Nepali: कर्णाली अञ्चल), is an anchal or zone (first-order administrative district) in the Mid-Western Development Region of Nepal. The headquarters is Jumla.
Karnali Zone is one of the poorest and most remote regions of Nepal, not very accessible by road yet. There are airfields in all districts except Kalikot which is connected by seasonal roadways to Jumla Airport.
Karnali Zone is the largest zone of Nepal, with two National Parks. Shey Phoksundo National Park Shey Phoksundo (with Phoksundo Lake), famous for the Snow Leopard is Nepal's largest Park with area of 3,555km². Rara National Park surroundsRara Lake -- Nepal's largest lake 10.2km² -- known as the Pearl of Nepal.
Dolpa District
Dolpa डोल्पा | |
Location of Dolpa | |
Area | |
• Total | 7,889 km2 (3,046 sq mi) |
Population (2001) | |
• Total | 29,545 |
• Density | 3.7/km2 (9.7/sq mi) |
Nepali | |
Dolpa District(Nepali: डोल्पा जिल्ला), is one of the five districts of the Karnali Zone in Nepal - a landlocked country of South Asia. The district, with Dunai as its district headquarters, covers an area of 7,889 km2 (3,046 sq mi) and has a population (2001) of 29,545.
Geography
Dolpa is the largest district of Nepal covering 5.36% of the total landmass of the country. Located between 28°24’ N - 29°43’ N latitude, and 82°24’ E - 83°38’ E longitude, the elevation in Dolpa ranges from 1,525 to 7,625 m (5,003 to 25,016 ft) above sea level. The district borders Tibet ( China) on the north and northeast, Jumla and Mugu districts of Karnalion the west, Myagdi, Jajarkot and Rukum on the south and Mustang on the east.
A large portion of the district is protected by Shey Phoksundo National Park. The name is derived from the 12th century Shey Monastery and the deepest lake in Nepal, thePhoksundo Lake, both of which lie in the district. The park protects endangered animals like the snow leopard, musk deer and the Tibetan wolf. Shey Phoksundo is the largest and the only trans-Himalayan National Park in Nepal.
It is also one of the two districts that lie beyond the Himalaya or the trans-Himalaya,Mustang being the other.
The district distances an altitudinal range of over 5,000 m (16,000 ft) from a little over 1,500 m (4,900 ft) at Tribeni in Kalika VDC to 7,381 m (24,216 ft) meters at the peak of Churen Himal. Kanjiroba (6,221 m (20,410 ft)), Mukot (6,638 m (21,778 ft)) and Putha Hiunchuli (7,246 m (23,773 ft)) are other renowned peaks.
Physiographical the smaller ranges of the Great Himalayas comprise the southern border of the district. Between these and the border mountain ranges of Gautam Himal and Kanti Himal to the north, Dolpa district is a labyrinth of often wide glacial valleys and ridges. Kanjiroba Himal and Kagmara Lekh running northwest to southeast separate the valleys of the Jagdula in the west from the rest of the district.
Demography
Dolpa's population is approximately 29,545. Most of the people are Hindu (60%) or Buddhist (40%). 5.05% belong to the ancient Bonpo religion. Dolpa's major occupations are agriculture (79.5%) and service (2%).
Tourism
Dolpa region is a distant region of Nepal and the central point of this area is Shey Phoksundo National Park. The east and south of Dolpa are surrounded by the Dhaulagiri and Churen Himal ranges and to the west is the Jumla district. Trekking to Lower Dolpa offers you the remarkable and breathtaking experience of a lifetime. The notable features seen here are snowy peaks, ancient and remote villages, rich wildlife, lovely Buddhist monasteries and wonderful lakes. The people of this area are simple and warm-hearted with an enthralling culture and traditions. The cultural traditions of this area are basically linked with the Tibetan culture.
Trekking into Dolpa presents an exposure to the high and remote Himalayan valleys, resembling the Tibetan highlands. The main highlight of Dolpa trekking includes “Shey Phoksundo National Park” which is one of the major National Parks of Nepal. “Shey Phoksundo Lake” is another famous feature of this region. The lake is totally free of aquatic life, which the crystal waters clearly demonstrate. Surrounded by rocks, forests, and snow-capped peaks, the area has been described as one of the world's “Natural Hidden Wonders”.
The Dolpa trekking starts at Juphal and follows the track to Dunai, then continues to Tarakot, way up to Bang la Camp, the uppermost point of Dolpa trekking. After passing through Sanu Bheri village, we then descend to the good-looking Phoksundo Lake, which is a piece of the Shey Phoksundo National Park.
Towns and villages
Map of the VDCs in Dolpa District
§ Bhijer
§ Chharka
§ Dho
§ Dunai
§ Jufal
§ Kaigaun
§ Kalika
§ Khadang
§ Lawan
§ Likhu
§ Majhfal
§ Mukot
§ Narku
§ Pahada
§ Raha
§ Rimi
§ Saldang
§ Sarmie
§ Sunhoo
§ Tinje
Humla District
Humla हुम्ला Simikot-headquarter of Humla | |
Location of Humla | |
Area | |
• Total | 5,655 km2 (2,183.4 sq mi) |
Population (2001) | |
• Total | 40,595 |
• Density | 7.2/km2 (18.6/sq mi) |
Website | |
Humla District(Nepali: हुम्ला जिल्ला), a part of Karnali Zone, is one of the seventy-five districts of Nepal, a landlocked country of South Asia. The district, withSimikot as its district headquarters, covers an area of 5,655km² and has a population (2001) of 40,595.
The Northern part of Humla District is inhabited by Buddhists,originating from Tibet, whereas the South is mostly inhabited by Hindus.
Towns and villages
Map of the VDCs in Humla District
Bargaun, Chhipra, Dami, Dandafaya, Gothi, Hepka, Jaira, Kalika, Kermi, Khagalgaun,Kharpunath, Lali, Lauthi, Limi, Madana, Maila, Melchham, Mimi, Muchu, Raya, Ripa,Rodikot, Sarkeedeu, Saya, Shree Nagar, Shreemastha, Simikot, Syada, Thechaya,Yanchu
Trekking
The Nepal section of The Great Himalaya Trail ends in Humla at Hilsa at the border with Tibet. The Humla district an important part of ancient Buddhist religions and it holds a lot of histories, cultures and values of a typical Buddhist life. With more than 10 small villages of Tibetan origin, Humla district is a very important and beautiful part of land not only for the Buddhist all around the world, but also for everyone who wants to learn about buddhist life and study the histories and cultures. The Nyin Community and the Limi Valley are inhabited by peaceful buddhist communities and they are blessed with very beautiful nature, with abundance of natural resources, varied flora and fauna, lots of mountain springs and very clean rivers and beautiful mountains and glacial lakes.
Jumla District(Nepali: जुम्ला जिल्ला), a part of Karnali Zone, is one of the seventy-five districts of Nepal. The district, with Jumla as its district headquarters, covers an area of 2,531 km² and has a population (2001) of 89,427.[1]
The origin of Nepali language is Sinja of Jumla. Therefore, the Nepali dialect "Khas Bhasa" is still spoken among the people in this region.
Towns and villages
Map of the VDCs in Jumla District
§ Badki
§ Birat
§ Dhapa
§ Haku
§ Labhra
§ Lihi
§ Mahadev
§ Narakot
§ Patarasi
§ Patmara
§ Sanigaun
§ Talium
§ Tamti
§ Tatopani
Kalikot District(Nepali: कालीकोट जिल्ला), a part of Karnali Zone, is one of the seventy-five districts of Nepal, a landlocked country of South Asia. The district, with Manma as its district headquarters, covers an area of 1,741 km² and has a population (2001) of 105,580. In September 2005, in a bid to encourage a change in social attitudes, the government announced that it would provide rice to any family that had recently had a girl born.
Village Development Committees (VDCs)
Map of the VDCs in Kalikot District
§ Badalkot
§ Bharta
§ Chhapre
§ Daha
§ Gela
§ Jubitha
§ Kheen
§ Kotbada
§ Lalu
§ Manma
§ Mugraha
§ Mumra
§ Nanikot
§ Odanaku
§ Pakha
§ Phukot
§ Raku
§ Ranchuli
§ Rupsa
§ Sipkhana
§ Siuna
§ Sukitiya
§ Thirpu
Mugu District(Nepali: मुगु जिल्ला), a part of Karnali Zone, is one of the seventy-five districts of Nepal, a landlocked country of South Asia. The district, with Gamgadhi as its district headquarters, covers an area of 3,535 km² and has a population (2001) of 43,937. The biggest lake in Nepal, Rara Lake, also known as Mahendra Daha, lies in the Mugu District.
It is one of the biggest districts of Nepal. Pulu is one of the famous Village Development Committee (VDC) of Mugu district. There are many villages in this VDC namely Riusa, Mooh, Mangri, Serog, Dawra etc.
The district has 24 Village Development Committees (VDCs)
Village Development Committees (VDCs)
§ Viheen
§ Dolphu
§ Gumtha
§ Hyanglu
§ Jima
§ Kalain
§ Kimri
§ Mangri
§ Mugu
§ Natharpu
§ Photu
§ Pina
§ Pulu
§ Rara
§ Rowa
§ Ruga
§ Khamale
§ Seri
मुगु | |
Location of Mugu | |
Area | |
• Total | 3,535 km2 (1,364.9 sq mi) |
Population (2001) | |
• Total | 43,937 |
• Density | 12.4/km2 (32.2/sq mi) |
