The objectives of the present study are to analyze the trends, patterns, and implications of rural-to-urban migration [in Nepal]. Sections are included on data sources and methodology; population growth, distribution, and density; urbanization; volume and pattern of internal migration, 1952/54-1991; migrants to urban areas; analysis of migration statistics from the 1986-1987 Demographic Sample Survey; projections of the urban population; the labor force situation; international migration; policy analysis; and recommendations.