Jamālpur Population 2026
Jamālpur has a population of 167,900, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Mymensingh Division. Roughly 0.1% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
167,900
Rank in Bangladesh
#39
Coordinates
24.92°N, 89.95°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
142 km
88 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mymensingh Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Mymensingh | 225,126 | #25 |
| Sherpur | 107,419 | #49 |
| Sarishābāri | 81,325 | #61 |
| Netrakona | 79,016 | #62 |
| Gafargaon | 34,177 | #116 |
| Muktāgācha | 24,684 | #127 |
Cities near Jamālpur
- Sherpur107,419 people · ~13 km away
- Sarishābāri81,325 people · ~22 km away
- Muktāgācha24,684 people · ~36 km away
- Mymensingh225,126 people · ~50 km away
- Sirajganj127,481 people · ~57 km away
- Bogra210,000 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jamālpur?
Jamālpur has a population of 167,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Jamālpur in?
Jamālpur is located in Mymensingh Division, Bangladesh.
Is Jamālpur the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 142 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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