Phalakhu Khola Hydropower Project
A 7.29 MW run-of-river hydropower development delivering clean, reliable energy to Nepal’s national grid.
Project Overview
The Phalakhu Khola Hydropower Project is a 7.29 MW run-of-river hydropower project being developed by Rasuwa Hydropower Limited in Naukunda Rural Municipality–4, Bhorle, Rasuwa District, Bagmati Province, Nepal.
The project utilizes the natural flow of the Phalakhu River to generate renewable electricity and contribute clean energy to Nepal’s national power system. With an estimated annual energy production of approximately 38.74 GWh, the project will support national energy demand while contributing to regional economic development.
Key Project Facts
Installed Capacity
7.29 MW
Annual Energy Generation
38.74 GWh
Project Type
Run-of-River Hydropower
Gross Head
181.98 m
Net Head
171 m
Design Discharge
5.03 mÂł/s
Total Project Cost
NPR 147 Crore
Project Location
| Province | Bagmati |
| District | Rasuwa |
| Municipality | Naukunda Rural Municipality – 4 |
| Intake Site | Sangachaur |
| Powerhouse Site | Saramthali |
| Latitude | 28°00'10" N to 27°58'40" N |
| Longitude | 85°15'17" E to 85°16'14" E |
Technical Overview
The project utilizes a run-of-river scheme consisting of diversion structures, intake systems, gravel trap, desilting basin, water conveyance system, surge tank, penstock pipeline and powerhouse facilities.
| River System | Phalakhu and Gochyan River |
| Type of Scheme | Run-of-River |
| Diversion Weir | Free Overflow Weir |
| Headrace System | Mild Steel Pipe |
| Penstock Pipe | Mild Steel E350 |
Power Generation System
| Turbine Type | Horizontal Axis Francis |
| Number of Units | 2 |
| Rated Output per Unit | 3645 kW |
| Generator Type | 3 Phase AC Synchronous |
| Rated Voltage | 6.6 kV |
| Rated Frequency | 50 Hz |
Transmission and Grid Connection
| Transmission Voltage | 33 kV Single Circuit Line |
| Transmission Length | Approx. 10 km |
| From | Project Switchyard |
| To | Trishuli-3B Hub Substation (NEA) |
