Rapti

Rapti is one of the 14 zone that lies in Nepal. It is named after the Rapti river as Rapti river flows in it. It lies in Mid-Western Development Region. Rapti zone is one of the developing zone of Nepal. Rapti zone contain two of three geographical region which are Hilly Region and Terai Region. Tulsipur is the headquarters of this zone. Rapti zone consist of five district which are Dang, Deukhuri, Pyuthan, Rolpa, Rukum and Salyan. Its neighbouring zones are Lumbini, Dhawalagiri, Karnali and Bheri. The main inhabitants of this zone are Bahuns, Chhetris and Magar while people from other caste like Gurung, Newar, Tamang etc too live here. The main occupation of this zone is Agriculture and Animal Husbandry while Trade, Tourism are side occupation of this zone. The climate of this zone is hot and dry. Mahabharat Range  is one of the important tourist area of this zone.