Miruwa

Miruwa
Nepali: मिरुवा
Pokhara Ward No. 2
Interactive map of Miruwa
Coordinates: 28°14′31.1″N 83°58′57.9″E / 28.241972°N 83.982750°E / 28.241972; 83.982750
CountryNepal
ProvinceGandaki Province
DistrictKaski District
Metropolitan CityPokhara
Government
 • Ward ChairDiwas Man Pradhananga
 • वडा अध्यक्षदिवस मान प्रधानांग
Population
 (2021)
 • Total
10,100
Websitepokharamun.gov.np/content/वडा-नं-२
Data based on Pokhara Metropolitan City records.

Miruwa (Nepali: मिरुवा) is the administrative name for Ward Number 2 of Pokhara Metropolitan City in Kaski District, Nepal.[1] It serves as a major cultural and historic gateway to the city's old urban core.

Geography

Miruwa is centrally located in the northern part of Pokhara. It serves as a vital junction connecting the ancient trade routes of the valley. It is bordered by:

The ward contains several historic neighbourhoods (Toles) including Mohariya Tole, Bhairab Tole, and Bhimsen Tole

Notable Landmarks

  • Bindhyabasini Temple: The most famous Hindu temple in Pokhara, situated on a small hillock within this ward. It is a major center for worship and tourism.
  • Old Bazaar: A portion of Pokhara's traditional marketplace, featuring Newari-style architecture, starts within the boundaries of Miruwa.

Administration

As a metropolitan ward, Miruwa is governed by a Ward Committee led by an elected Ward Chair. The ward office handles local infrastructure, vital registration, and community development.

References

  1. ^ "वडा नं २". pokharamun.gov.np. Retrieved 8 August 2023.