Nepal’s mountainous terrain and rural–urban divide contribute to unequal access to basic services and opportunities.

• In 2019, 32.7% of people lived in rural areas, yet 52.5% of the MPI poor lived in rural areas.

Why this matters:
Remote and marginalized communities face limited access to schools, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic opportunities. They are often “left behind” in national development, making targeted interventions essential.

Data sources:

• Nepal MPI Report (CBS & OPHI)