The municipality spans 88.85 square kilometres (34.31 sq mi) of area, with a total population of 16,957 according to a 2021 Nepal census.

[3][4] The previous Sarasyunkhark, Saramthali, Bolde Fediche, Pokhari Narayansthan, Thulo Parsel, Kuruwas Chapakhori and Milche VDCs were merged to form Temal Rural Municipality.

Tongsum Kunda and the temple of Santaneshwar Mahadev at Kuruwas Chapakhori are also significant religious sites, drawing pilgrims seeking spiritual abundance.

From the highlands of Temal, one can behold the majestic mountain ranges stretching from Kangchenjunga to Dhaulagiri, creating undulating waves of natural beauty.

Additionally, the panoramic views from Temal hill encompass the Kathmandu Valley and the historic Sindhuli fort.