Gazipur Population 2026
Gazipur has a population of 2,674,697, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Dhaka Division. Roughly 1.5% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 3.9× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
2,674,697
Rank in Bangladesh
#3
Coordinates
24.00°N, 90.42°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
32 km
20 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Dhaka Division
Cities near Gazipur
FAQ
What is the population of Gazipur?
Gazipur has a population of 2,674,697 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Gazipur in?
Gazipur is located in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh.
Is Gazipur the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 32 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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