Bhola Population 2026
Bhola has a population of 99,079, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Barisal Division. Roughly 0.1% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 105× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
99,079
Rank in Bangladesh
#53
Coordinates
22.69°N, 90.64°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
116 km
72 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Barisal Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Barishal | 202,242 | #33 |
| Patuakhali | 65,000 | #69 |
| Pirojpur | 54,418 | #75 |
| Burhānuddin | 45,670 | #87 |
| Lālmohan | 42,220 | #93 |
| Gaurnadi | 40,519 | #98 |
| Mehendiganj | 39,424 | #102 |
| Nālchiti | 38,703 | #105 |
Cities near Bhola
- Mehendiganj39,424 people · ~19 km away
- Burhānuddin45,670 people · ~23 km away
- Charāmaddi18,122 people · ~23 km away
- Barishal202,242 people · ~28 km away
- Lakshmīpur61,703 people · ~34 km away
- Nālchiti38,703 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bhola?
Bhola has a population of 99,079 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Bhola in?
Bhola is located in Barisal Division, Bangladesh.
Is Bhola the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 116 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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