Number of deaths in Nepal today so far:
331
A person dies approximately every 152.32 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 207,032
Number of deaths per day: 567
Number of deaths per hour: 24
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Nepal according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 21,814 |
| 2 | Ischaemic heart disease | 21,201 |
| 3 | COVID-19 | 21,162 |
| 4 | Tuberculosis | 17,998 |
| 5 | Stroke | 13,717 |
| 6 | Road injury | 8,456 |
| 7 | Lower respiratory infections | 5,978 |
| 8 | Diabetes mellitus | 5,219 |
| 9 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 4,996 |
| 10 | Asthma | 4,219 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Nepal?
The leading cause of death in Nepal is Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, approximately 21,814 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Nepal?
The top three causes of death in Nepal are Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Ischaemic heart disease, and COVID-19.
How many people die from Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Nepal each year?
Approximately 21,814 people die from Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Nepal each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.