Khulna Population 2026
Khulna has a population of 1,500,689, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Khulna Division. Roughly 0.8% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 6.9× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,500,689
Rank in Bangladesh
#4
Coordinates
22.81°N, 89.56°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
132 km
82 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khulna Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Bagerhat | 266,388 | #19 |
| Jessore | 243,987 | #22 |
| 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 Khulna
FAQ
What is the population of Khulna?
Khulna has a population of 1,500,689 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Khulna in?
Khulna is located in Khulna Division, Bangladesh.
Is Khulna the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 132 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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