Populations experienced a continuing decline in suitable habitat due to increasing agriculture, flood control, and human development.

[5] The historical range of the hispid hare extended from Uttar Pradesh through southern Nepal, the northern region of West Bengal to Assam and into Bangladesh.

[3] The population in the extensive grasslands of Shuklaphanta National Park may be of international significance.

[6] In January 2016, a hispid hare was recorded in Chitwan National Park for the first time since 1984.

[3] Grassland habitats of the hispid hare are threatened due to overgrazing by cattle.