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Hamro Patro
Nepal's most popular calendar and utility app, widely used for the Nepali (Bikram Sambat) calendar alongside bill payments.
What it helps with
- Nepali calendar datesBikram Sambat.
- Festival and holiday datesDashain, Tihar.
- Paying billsIn the app.
About Hamro Patro
Hamro Patro started as a Nepali calendar app showing the Bikram Sambat date system alongside festivals and holidays, and has expanded to include utility bill payments, news and other everyday features widely used across Nepal.
Key Features
- Nepali Calendar (Bikram Sambat): The core feature showing the traditional Nepali date system, festivals and public holidays.
- Utility Bill Payments: Pay electricity, water and other utility bills directly within the app.
- Local News and Content: Aggregates Nepali news and other locally relevant content.
- Astrology and Panchang: Traditional astrological information tied to the Nepali calendar system.
How to Get Started
- Download the Hamro Patro app.
- Browse the calendar for Nepali dates, festivals and holidays.
- Link a payment method to pay utility bills directly within the app if using that feature.
- Explore news and other content sections as needed.
Before you use it
- Good to know: Official papers in Nepal use the Bikram Sambat calendar, about 56 years ahead of the Western one.
- Limits: Offices close for long periods during Dashain and Tihar in autumn.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Hamro Patro work with a foreign bank card in Nepal?
- Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is Hamro Patro available in English?
- Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Hamro Patro?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Hamro Patro.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Hamro Patro?
- No, Hamro Patro doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Hamro Patro?
- iOS · Android
- How much does Hamro Patro cost?
- Free with ads; some paid services