Janakpurdham or Janakpur (Maithili: जनकपुर, Nepali pronunciation:[d͡zʌnʌkpur]) is a sub-metropolitan city in Dhanusha district, Madhesh Province, Nepal. The city is a hub for religious and cultural tourism. A headquarter of Dhanusha district, Janakpur is also the capital for Madhesh Province.[2]
The city was founded in the early 12th century. According to tradition and archeological evidence found at the site,[3] ancient civilization indicates Janakpurdham as the capital of the Videha dynasty that ruled the Mithila region in ancient times.[4]
Janakpur is located about 225 km (140 mi) southeast of Kathmandu.[5] As of 2021[update], the city had a population of 195,438 with a 2,125/km2 density. [1][6] Janakpur is currently the fourth most densely populated city of Nepal. Janakpur is located about 23 km away from the Bhitthamore border with India.[7] Nepal Railways operates between Janakpur and Jainagar in India.
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