Nepali Life Expectancy Hits 71.3 Years as Literacy Climbs to 76.2%
Summary
Nepal's life expectancy has increased to 71.3 years, and literacy has risen to 76.2%, amid ongoing economic challenges including 20.27% poverty and 11.4% unemployment rates.
Key Points
- Nepal's life expectancy has increased to 71.3 years with men at 68.2 and women at 73.8 years.
- Literacy rate has climbed to 76.2%, reflecting improved social indicators.
- 20.27% of Nepal’s population lives below the poverty line, with rural areas being more affected.
- Nepal's economy is projected to grow at 3.87% with the service sector dominating at 62.9%.
- Unemployment stands at 11.4%, with 84.6% of employed individuals in informal sectors lacking job security.
