Bagerhat Population 2026
Bagerhat has a population of 266,388, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Khulna Division. Roughly 0.1% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
266,388
Rank in Bangladesh
#19
Coordinates
22.66°N, 89.79°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
133 km
83 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khulna Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Khulna | 1,500,689 | #4 |
| Jessore | 243,987 | #22 |
| Kushtia | 135,724 | #42 |
| Sātkhira | 128,918 | #45 |
| Narail | 55,112 | #74 |
| Uttar Char Fasson | 48,305 | #84 |
| Kālīganj | 45,631 | #88 |
| Bhātpāra Abhaynagar | 42,653 | #92 |
Cities near Bagerhat
FAQ
What is the population of Bagerhat?
Bagerhat has a population of 266,388 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Bagerhat in?
Bagerhat is located in Khulna Division, Bangladesh.
Is Bagerhat the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 133 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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