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Bangladesh flag Bangladesh

Rivers, Rice, Resilience

Overview

One of the world's most densely populated countries, powered by a massive garment industry, with a cultural traditions of Bengali literature, music, and cuisine.

Geographic Context

Region
Asia
Subregion
Southern Asia
Land Area
147,570 km²
Capital
Dhaka
Languages
Bengali
Currencies
Bangladeshi taka (৳)

At a Glance

31
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
14
Freedom
41
Security
38
Life Expectancy
73.1 yrs
Median Age
25.3 yrs
Urbanization
41%
Cost Index
27
Housing Index
9
Healthcare Access
16/100

Climate

Average Temperature
25.5°C
Average AQI
102

Most Temperate Cities

1 Cox's Bazar 26.2°C
2 Patuakhali 26°C
3 Barguna 26°C
4 Jessore 25.9°C
5 Jhenaidah 25.9°C

Best Air Quality Cities

1 Sylhet 3 AQI
2 Bandarban 73 AQI
3 Cox's Bazar 73 AQI
4 Gaibandha 80 AQI
5 Nilphamari 80 AQI

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025

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