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People's Republic of Bangladesh · Southern Asia, Asia. Capital: Dhaka.

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Bangladesh in context

Bangladesh is home to about 170 million people, 2.12% of the world's population, on 147,570 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 2 countries: Myanmar, India.

Closest in size in Asia: compare Bangladesh and Nepal. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.

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What is the capital of Bangladesh?

The capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka.

What is the population of Bangladesh?

About 170 million people (169,828,911), which ranks 8th of 197 countries.

How big is Bangladesh?

Bangladesh covers 147,570 km² (56,977 sq mi), the 92nd-largest country by area.

What continent is Bangladesh in?

Bangladesh is in Asia, in the Southern Asia subregion.

What countries border Bangladesh?

Bangladesh borders 2 countries: Myanmar, India.

What language is spoken in Bangladesh?

Official or national language: Bengali.

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