共著 Sapkota, J.B. Kurita, K. and Neupane, P.
Using two household surveys conducted in February 2016 and March 2020 in one of the hardest-hit mountain villages,we found significant recovery from the earthquake. Most of the households have better housing, increased income, disaster risk awareness, and better infrastructure facilities compared to pre-earthquake period. Notably, the poverty headcount index reduced by 16% from 2016 to 2020, and more than 90% of the households rebuilt earthquake- resistant houses with financial and technical support, mainly, from the government.The village has upgraded roads, water supply, schools, and healthcare. Similarly, the subjective well-being of the people, gauged using the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire (OHQ), has also increased. These aspects indicate improved community resilience and the sustainable development of the village. However, progress varies by gender, caste, and income, highlighting the need for inclusive reconstruction, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable development policies at the local level.
