Sunāmganj Population 2026
Sunāmganj has a population of 74,570, making it the #63 biggest city in 🇧🇩 Bangladesh, located in Sylhet Division. It is about 139× smaller than Dhaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,570
Rank in Bangladesh
#63
Coordinates
25.07°N, 91.40°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Dhaka
Distance to capital (Dhaka)
182 km
113 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sylhet Division
| City | Population | Rank in Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Sylhet | 237,000 | #24 |
| Habiganj | 88,760 | #56 |
| Maulavi Bāzār | 57,441 | #72 |
| Chhātak | 39,218 | #104 |
| Baniachang | 37,807 | #109 |
| Srimangal | 23,332 | #129 |
Cities near Sunāmganj
- Chhātak39,218 people · ~27 km away
- Sylhet237,000 people · ~51 km away
- Baniachang37,807 people · ~61 km away
- Netrakona79,016 people · ~71 km away
- Maulavi Bāzār57,441 people · ~74 km away
- Habiganj88,760 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sunāmganj?
Sunāmganj has a population of 74,570 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #63 biggest city in Bangladesh.
What region is Sunāmganj in?
Sunāmganj is located in Sylhet Division, Bangladesh.
Is Sunāmganj the capital of Bangladesh?
No, the capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka, about 182 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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