Nepalgunj, is located in Banke district, near Nepal's southern border with India It is the transport hub for western, mid-western and far-western regions of Nepal. The nearest Indian border is about 8 Km South of Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is an important business centre for more than 5 regions (Bheri, Rapti, Mahakali, Karnali, Seti).

The airport is 6 km North. It connects the under-developed parts of Nepal like Dolpa, Jumla, Mugu, Rukum and Simikot by air.Bageshowri temple in Nepalgunj is one of the most important Hindu temples.