Puthia Population 2026
Puthia has a population of 159,406, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Rajshahi Division. Roughly 0.1% of Bangladesh's population lives here. It is about 65× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
159,406
Rank in Bangladesh
#40
Coordinates
24.37°N, 88.83°E
~20 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
176 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rajshahi Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Rajshahi | 763,580 | #7 |
| Mohammadpur | 527,571 | #8 |
| Shibganj | 378,701 | #11 |
| Natore | 369,138 | #12 |
| Bogra | 210,000 | #28 |
| Pār Naogaon | 192,464 | #35 |
| Pābna | 186,781 | #36 |
| Nawābganj | 142,361 | #41 |
Cities near Puthia
FAQ
What is the population of Puthia?
Puthia has a population of 159,406 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Puthia in?
Puthia is located in Rajshahi Division, Bangladesh.
Is Puthia the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 176 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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