Netrakona Population 2026
Netrakona has a population of 79,016, making it the #62 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Mymensingh Division. It is about 131× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,016
Rank in Bangladesh
#62
Coordinates
24.88°N, 90.73°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
134 km
83 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 |
| Gafargaon | 34,177 | #116 |
| Muktāgācha | 24,684 | #127 |
Cities near Netrakona
- Mymensingh225,126 people · ~35 km away
- Muktāgācha24,684 people · ~49 km away
- Kishorganj90,690 people · ~50 km away
- Gafargaon34,177 people · ~53 km away
- Sunāmganj74,570 people · ~71 km away
- Sherpur107,419 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Netrakona?
Netrakona has a population of 79,016 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #62 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Netrakona in?
Netrakona is located in Mymensingh Division, Bangladesh.
Is Netrakona the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 134 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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