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Benefit Potential of Gravity Goods Ropeway in Southern Lalitpur, Nepal

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  • Mahanand Timalsina
  • Rajan Binayek Pasa

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Nepal is an agriculture-based mountainous country. Most rural people consistently face the challenge of arduous journeys up and down the steep mountains and hills. The gravity goods ropeway presents a cost-effective alternative for transportation in mountainous and hilly regions. This study aims to asses benefit potential (economic and social) of the gravity ropeway in six settlements of southern Lalitpur district, Nepal. The study conducted a household survey with a sample of 90 households. Economic and social benefits of the ropeway on the lives of its user households were identified. Improved market access for agricultural and dairy products was observed, leading to reduced annual expenditure on porters and time spent on laborious journeys. This resulted in increased family income and a reduction in poverty levels. Moreover, the introduction of the ropeway facilitated saving and credit activities, thereby enhancing the socio-economic status of residents in surrounding villages. Changes in living standards, including clothing patterns, consumption behaviors, and housing, were significant. However, school enrollment patterns and quality parenting were found to be unsatisfactory. There was a slight decrease in dependency on forest resources for firewood and timber, while the utilization of grass and fodder increased after the installation of the ropeway. To ensure sustainability, it is essential to maximize regular utilization of the ropeway. Therefore, local governments must provide technical and financial support to villagers for producing off-seasonal products and seasonal fruits. Encouraging farmers to increase the volume of agricultural and dairy products can help address deficits in supply and regular utilization.

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  • Mahanand Timalsina & Rajan Binayek Pasa, 2025. "Benefit Potential of Gravity Goods Ropeway in Southern Lalitpur, Nepal," European Journal of Development Studies, European Open Science, vol. 5(3), pages 1-7, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:develo:v:5:y:2025:i:3:id:15365
    DOI: 10.24018/ejdevelop.2025.5.3.365
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    1. Jeet Bahadur Sapkota, 2018. "Access to infrastructure and human well-being: evidence from rural Nepal," Development in Practice, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 28(2), pages 182-194, February.
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