Bangladesh (officially People's Republic of Bangladesh) is an independent country located in Southern Asia, Asia. With a population of 169,828,911 people, it ranks #8 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 147,570 km² (#95 globally), with a population density of 1151 people per km². The capital city is Dhaka. The official language is Bengali.
Key Facts
Population
169,828,911
#8 world ranking
Area
147,570 km²
#95 world ranking
Population Density
1,151/km²
Capital
Dhaka
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC+06:00
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- Bengali— see all countries
Currency
- Bangladeshi taka (৳)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
India
MyanmarCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Bangladesh?
The capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka.
What is the population of Bangladesh?
Bangladesh has a population of 169,828,911 people, ranking #8 in the world by population.
How big is Bangladesh?
Bangladesh covers an area of 147,570 km², ranking #95 in the world by area. The population density is 1151 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Bangladesh?
The official languages of Bangladesh are: Bengali.
What is the currency of Bangladesh?
The currency of Bangladesh is Bangladeshi taka (৳).
What countries border Bangladesh?
Bangladesh shares borders with 2 countries: India, Myanmar.