Chattogram Population 2026
Chattogram has a population of 3,920,222, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Chittagong. Roughly 2.2% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 2.6× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
3,920,222
Rank in Bangladesh
#2
Coordinates
22.34°N, 91.83°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
211 km
131 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chittagong
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Comilla | 1,030,000 | #6 |
| Hāthazāri | 498,179 | #9 |
| Bāndarban | 495,272 | #10 |
| Brāhmanbāria | 264,326 | #20 |
| Cox’s Bāzār | 253,788 | #21 |
| Ashuganj City | 210,356 | #27 |
| Karnaphuli | 203,697 | #30 |
| Chāndpur | 203,000 | #31 |
Cities near Chattogram
FAQ
What is the population of Chattogram?
Chattogram has a population of 3,920,222 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Chattogram in?
Chattogram is located in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Is Chattogram the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 211 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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