*Kupondole**
Ward No. 1 of Lalitpur Metropolitan Municipality is primarily known as Kupondole (also spelled Kopundole), a key neighborhood on the banks of the Bagmati River in the Kathmandu Valley.[1][2]
Other neighborhoods or toles within this ward include areas around Bakhundol Chowk, Gusingal Chowk, Sankata Marg, and Tinkhamba Marg, blending historical Newa settlements with newer residential communities.[1]
This ward is renowned for its religious, cultural, and historical significance, with a mix of Newar heritage alongside diverse castes like Brahmin, Chhetri, Gurung, and Tamang; it features residential compounds, public parks, and proximity to educational and touristic sites, serving about 7,155 residents in 1,144 households.[1][2][6]