The Pahad, also known as Pahadi Pradesh, is a socioeconomic region in central Nepal that covers 65% of the country's land area.[1] It is located south of the Himal region and north of Terai region.
| Pahad पहाडी प्रदेश | |
|---|---|
 Bhalu Pahad, Syangja | |
| Ecology | |
| Realm | Indomalayan realm |
| Biome | Temperate broadleaf forest, Montane forests |
| Animals | Himalayan tahr, red panda, Himalayan blue sheep |
| Bird species | Himalayan monal, blood pheasant, kalij pheasant, Eurasian golden oriole |
| Mammal species | Himalayan black bear, leopard, sambar deer, wild boar, langur, rhesus macaque |
| Geography | |
| Countries | Nepal |
| Elevation | 800 to 4,000 m (2,600 to 13,100 ft) |
| Rivers | Gandaki River, Kosi River, Seti River |
| Climate type | subtropical to alpine climate |
| Soil types | varied |
| Conservation | |
| Global 200 | Himalayan subtropical pine forests |
The region is characterized by:
- Rolling hills
- Picturesque valleys, such as Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Moderate daytime temperatures
- Warm summers
- Chilly winters
- Ample rainfall during the monsoon season, which usually falls between May and September
The Pahad region generally does not contain snow and features mountains varying from 800 to 4,000 metres (2,600 to 13,100 ft) in altitude. The climate progresses from subtropical below 1,200 metres (3,900 ft) to alpine above 3,600 metres (11,800 ft). This region is known for its rich biodiversity, including several endemic species of flora and fauna.[2][3]
References
edit- ^ "Nepal Maps & Facts". World Atlas. 8 January 2024. Archived from the original on 28 August 2024. Retrieved 10 September 2024.
- ^ Demographic and Health Surveys: Nepal 2001 (PDF) (Report). The DHS Program. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
- ^ "Geography of Nepal". California Institute of Technology. Retrieved 4 August 2024.