Gafargaon Population 2026
Gafargaon has a population of 34,177, making it the #116 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Mymensingh Division. It is about 303× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,177
Rank in Bangladesh
#116
Coordinates
24.43°N, 90.56°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
82 km
51 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mymensingh Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Mymensingh | 225,126 | #25 |
| Jamālpur | 167,900 | #39 |
| Sherpur | 107,419 | #49 |
| Sarishābāri | 81,325 | #61 |
| Netrakona | 79,016 | #62 |
| Muktāgācha | 24,684 | #127 |
Cities near Gafargaon
- Kishorganj90,690 people · ~23 km away
- Nagar Naluākot273,000 people · ~38 km away
- Mymensingh225,126 people · ~39 km away
- Sakhipur40,869 people · ~41 km away
- Bājitpur34,560 people · ~46 km away
- Muktāgācha24,684 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gafargaon?
Gafargaon has a population of 34,177 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #116 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Gafargaon in?
Gafargaon is located in Mymensingh Division, Bangladesh.
Is Gafargaon the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 82 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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