1L Bottle for Home Use in Kathmandu: A Simple Guide

Many homes rely on a 20L jar, but a 1L bottle for home use in Kathmandu fills gaps a jar cannot. This guide covers when it helps, how to store it and what to check before you buy.

When a 1L Bottle for Home Use in Kathmandu Makes Sense

A 1L bottle is small, sealed and easy to carry. It works well:

• For guests who drop by for a short visit
• In packed lunches, on study desks or on a bedside table
• In a rented room or a home without a jar dispenser

Purna Label bottles carry Purna's own branding on both the front and back labels, and come in 250ml, 500ml and 1000ml sizes.

Using 1L Bottles and a 20L Jar Together

The two sizes are not competing choices. Many homes use both.

• 20L jar: covers daily drinking and cooking water in the kitchen.
• 1L bottles: add convenience for guests, other rooms and quick top-ups.

The Purna 20L jar comes with the Purna Label only; there is no private-label version of the jar.

A Purna 20L jar costs Rs 125 per jar.

The minimum order for Purna 20L jars is 4-5 jars per order.

Each Purna 20L jar needs a refundable deposit of Rs 600.

The Rs 600 jar deposit is refundable when you stop the service: Purna collects the jars, quality control inspects them, and if there is no damage the full deposit is refunded.

Storing an Opened 1L Bottle Safely

• Keep the bottle capped between uses.
• Store it away from direct sunlight and heat, such as a hot windowsill or a kitchen counter near the stove.
• Avoid letting the bottle opening touch shared cups or hands.
• Finish an opened bottle soon rather than keeping it for many days.

What to Check Before Buying a 1L Bottle

• Seal: the cap seal should be intact before you open it.
• Label: it should be readable and show manufacturer details.
• Dates: look for date information printed on the bottle.

Ask our team on WhatsApp for current certification and registration details shown on the label.

Comparing Cost and Planning Your Order

Use the table below to plan your order.

Item	Price	Minimum order
Purna Label 1L bottle	Rs 30, 12 bottles per case	10 cases
Purna 20L jar	Rs 125 per jar	4-5 jars

Purna delivers inside the Kathmandu valley.

Purna delivers from Sunday to Friday, 10am to 6pm; there is no delivery on Saturdays or during festivals such as Dashain and Tihar.

Purna can set up a regular delivery order once you know how many jars you need.

If you are thinking beyond home use, read our guide on starting a water distribution business.

Want help working out the right mix for your home?

Frequently asked questions

When does a 1L water bottle make sense for a Kathmandu home?

A 1L bottle is handy for guests, packed lunches, study desks and bedside tables. It also suits rented rooms or homes without a jar dispenser.

Can 1L bottles and a 20L jar be used together at home?

Yes. Many homes use a 20L jar for daily drinking and cooking water and keep 1L bottles for guests and other rooms.

How should I store an opened 1L water bottle?

Keep it capped and away from sunlight and heat. Avoid touching the opening, and finish it soon rather than keeping it for many days.

What should I check before buying a 1L water bottle in Kathmandu?

Check that the cap seal is intact, that the label is readable with manufacturer details, and that date information is printed on the bottle. Contact Purna for current certification details on its labels.