Jessore Population 2026
Jessore has a population of 243,987, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Khulna Division. Roughly 0.1% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
243,987
Rank in Bangladesh
#22
Coordinates
23.17°N, 89.21°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
136 km
84 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khulna Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Khulna | 1,500,689 | #4 |
| Bagerhat | 266,388 | #19 |
| Kushtia | 135,724 | #42 |
| Sātkhira | 128,918 | #45 |
| Narail | 55,112 | #74 |
| Uttar Char Fasson | 48,305 | #84 |
| Kālīganj | 45,631 | #88 |
| Bhātpāra Abhaynagar | 42,653 | #92 |
Cities near Jessore
- Jhingergācha41,957 people · ~14 km away
- Kālīganj45,631 people · ~28 km away
- Bhātpāra Abhaynagar42,653 people · ~29 km away
- Narail55,112 people · ~29 km away
- Kesabpur30,926 people · ~29 km away
- Kālia40,492 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jessore?
Jessore has a population of 243,987 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Jessore in?
Jessore is located in Khulna Division, Bangladesh.
Is Jessore the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 136 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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