Information Ilam
Ilam district lies in Mechi zone and covers an area of 1,703 Sq. km and has a population (2009) of 332,806. It is situated at a distance of 600 km (approximately) from Kathmandu. The name Ilam is derived from a Limbu language meaning "Ii" means Twisted and "Lam" means Road. The Limbus (a Janajati group) are indigenous residents of the district.