What is the Population of Bangladesh?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Bangladesh has a population of approximately 169,828,911 people, making it the 8th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 2.12% of the world's population. With a land area of 147,570 km², the population density is roughly 1,151 people per km².
| Population | 169,828,911 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 8th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 2.12% |
| Area | 147,570 km² |
| Population density | 1,151 / km² |
| Demonym | Bangladeshi |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 169,828,911 | 8th |
| Pakistan | 241,499,431 | 5th |
| Nigeria | 223,800,000 | 6th |
| Brazil | 213,421,037 | 7th |
| Russia | 146,028,325 | 9th |
| Mexico | 130,575,786 | 10th |
| Japan | 123,210,000 | 11th |
Bangladesh compared with its neighbours
Bangladesh in context
- Bangladesh covers 147,570 km², making it the 92nd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: Myanmar, India.
- With 169,828,911 people, Bangladesh holds about 8.4% of the population of Southern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Sunday.
- Bangladesh is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of Bangladesh — FAQ
What is the population of Bangladesh?
The population of Bangladesh is approximately 169,828,911 (169.8 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Bangladesh in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of Bangladesh at approximately 169,828,911 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). Bangladesh is the 8th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Bangladesh?
Approximately 169,828,911 people live in Bangladesh, making it the 8th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Bangladesh rank by population?
Bangladesh is the 8th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 2.12%.
What is the population density of Bangladesh?
Bangladesh has a population density of roughly 1,151 people per km², based on a land area of 147,570 km².
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