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Current Date And Time In Birgañj, Nepal

Saturday, 25 July 2026
20:54:38 NPT
State: Madhesh
Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
Timezone: UTC +05:45 (NPT)
Population: 268,273
District: Parsa

✈️ Birgañj, Madhesh, Nepal - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Birgañj, Madhesh, Nepal using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Birgañj.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Birgañj with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Birgañj — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Nepal, which includes Birgañj, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Nepal before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Nepal's time zone +05:45, country calling code +977 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .NP. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Birgañj.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+05:45
📞 Country Calling Code+977
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.NP

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Nepal — police 100, ambulance 102, fire brigade 101. Store these in your phone before you reach Birgañj. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Birgañj.

🚔
Police
100
🚑
Ambulance
102
🚒
Fire
101

📊 Nepal At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Nepal — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.602
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
70.6
years
📚
Literacy Rate
68.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$1,447
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
10.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Nepal development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Birgañj for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Birgañj
Local Airport • SIF
Simara Airport
Simara, NP
19
km away
Nearest Major Airport
International Airport • KTM
Tribhuvan International Airport
Kathmandu, NP
89
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Birgañj's exact coordinates, or Janakpur Dham's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Birgañj From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Birgañj to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)2,957 km1,837 mi~ 4h 14m
Singapore (Singapore)3,497 km2,173 mi~ 4h 52m
Tokyo (Japan)5,223 km3,245 mi~ 6h 54m
Paris (France)7,258 km4,510 mi~ 9h 17m
London (United Kingdom)7,359 km4,573 mi~ 9h 24m
Sydney (Australia)9,728 km6,045 mi~ 12h 12m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,756 km7,305 mi~ 14h 35m
Toronto (Canada)11,994 km7,453 mi~ 14h 52m
New York (United States)12,175 km7,565 mi~ 15h 04m
Los Angeles (United States)12,800 km7,954 mi~ 15h 49m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Birgañj, Nepal is set to Nepal Time (NPT) with a current offset of UTC +05:45. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Birgañj requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneNepal Time (NPT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +05:45
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time8:54 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Birgañj to Major World Cities

It is currently 9:09 PM on Saturday in Birgañj. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Birgañj right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Birgañj
New York (United States)Sat, 11:24 AM9h 45m behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 8:24 AM12h 45m behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 11:24 AM9h 45m behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 4:24 PM4h 45m behind
Paris (France)Sat, 5:24 PM3h 45m behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 7:24 PM1h 45m behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sat, 11:24 PM2h 15m ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 12:24 AM3h 15m ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 1:24 AM4h 15m ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 3:24 AM6h 15m ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Birgañj — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Birgañj is the Nepalese rupee (NPR), written as . The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
₨ 154.47
NPR
€ 1 Euro
₨ 175.73
NPR
£ 1 British Pound
₨ 205.75
NPR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₨ 107.82
NPR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₨ 109.53
NPR

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Birgañj

Knowing which languages are used in Birgañj helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Maithili
National language(s):
Nepali

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Birgañj. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Raxaul (Bihar, India)3 mi5 kmSW
⬆️
Sagauli (Bihar, India)19 mi31 kmSSW
⬆️
Chanpatia (Bihar, India)22 mi35 kmWSW
⬆️
Mothihari (Bihar, India)26 mi41 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Tola Mansaraut (Bihar, India)26 mi42 kmSW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Birgañj

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Birgañj is the Taj Mahal (India), about 677 km away. Straight-line distances from Birgañj to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Taj MahalAgra, India677 km421 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China3,217 km1,999 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan4,799 km2,982 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy6,642 km4,127 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico14,664 km9,112 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil14,800 km9,196 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru17,207 km10,692 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Birgañj shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Madhesh and Nepal. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Madhesh Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Madhesh, including major hub cities.
✈️ Nepal Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Nepal.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Birgañj, Nepal runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/D/M socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Birgañj and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Birgañj.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
DType D: Three round pins in triangle
MType M: Three large round pins in triangle
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🧭 Birgañj's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Birgañj

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Birgañj. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Birgañj — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Birgañj

Birgañj keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Nepal. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Birgañj

The closest airport to Birgañj is Simara Airport (SIF), about 19 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Birgañj From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Birgañj needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Birgañj gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Birgañj

Birgañj rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Birgañj — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Birgañj

ℹ️ Birgañj OverviewSee the full profile of Birgañj — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Birgañj MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Birgañj for distance and direction.
💰 Birgañj CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Birgañj

What side of the road do people drive on in Birgañj?

Birgañj, like the rest of Nepal, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Birgañj use?

Birgañj runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/D/M sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Birgañj?

In Birgañj, reach police on 100, ambulance on 102, fire brigade on 101. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Birgañj?

Simara Airport (SIF) is the nearest airport to Birgañj, about 19 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Birgañj in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Birgañj runs on Nepal Time (UTC +05:45). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Birgañj?

Birgañj shares the official and regional languages of Madhesh and Nepal — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Birgañj?

No — Birgañj uses the Nepalese rupee (NPR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Birgañj currency page for live rates.