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Jhapa

झापा जिल्ला
Location of Jhapa
Location of Jhapa
Country Nepal
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Area
 • Total 1,606 km2 (620 sq mi)
Elevation
(maximum)
506 m (1,660 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 812,650
 • Density 506.01/km2 (1,310.6/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+5:45 (NPT)
Website www.ddcjhapa.gov.np

Jhapa (Nepali: झापा जिल्ला) is an Eastern district in Nepal. It is in Mechi Zone of the Eastern Development Region. The district covers 1,606 square kilometres (620 square miles). Jhapa is considered to be one of the most educated and developed districts in Nepal. It is also popular for rice production and tourism.

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