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🇧🇩 Bangladesh Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Bangladesh is a country in South Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 147,570 km² and has a coastline of 580 km. It shares land borders with 2 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
South Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
147,570 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
1,152/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
580 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+6
UTC offset
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Independence
1971
established
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Climate
Tropical monsoon, hot and humid
general type

Location and Position

Bangladesh is situated in South Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 580 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Bangladesh covers a total area of 147,570 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 170M across this area, the population density is 1,152/km². The capital city is Dhaka.

Climate

The climate of Bangladesh is tropical monsoon, hot and humid. The best time to visit is generally November–February, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Bangladesh

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India
New Delhi
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Myanmar
Naypyidaw

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bangladesh located?

Bangladesh is located in South Asia, Asia. The capital city is Dhaka.

How large is Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has a total area of 147,570 km² with a population density of 1,152/km².

What countries border Bangladesh?

Bangladesh shares land borders with: India, Myanmar.

What is the climate of Bangladesh?

The climate of Bangladesh is Tropical monsoon, hot and humid. The best time to visit is November–February.

What timezone is Bangladesh in?

Bangladesh observes UTC+6 timezone.

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