Most Dense in Dhaka Division

Top 38 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Dhaka Division

1 Paltan 335,440/mi²

2 Azimpur 214,758/mi²

3 Dhaka 72,887/mi²

4 Nāgarpur 34,806/mi²

5 Tungi 28,061/mi²

6 Narayanganj 17,255/mi²

7 Tangail 16,070/mi²

8 Mirzāpur 12,428/mi²

9 Gazipur 9,193/mi²

10 Savar 6,890/mi²

11 Sakhipur 3,834/mi²

12 Nagar Naluākot 3,438/mi²

13 Char Bhadrāsan 3,205/mi²

14 Pallabi 2,050/mi²

15 Tungipara 1,943/mi²

16 Mirpur Model Thana 1,875/mi²

17 Bhairab Bāzār 1,680/mi²

18 Sonārgaon 1,215/mi²

19 Kafrul 1,166/mi²

20 Bhatara 1,113/mi²

21 Motijheel 694/mi²

22 Narsingdi 653/mi²

23 Dohār 522/mi²

24 Ramna Maidan 493/mi²

25 Bhanga 450/mi²

26 Gopālganj 428/mi²

27 Bājitpur 402/mi²

28 Farīdpur 384/mi²

29 Kishorganj 313/mi²

30 Madaripur 290/mi²

31 Mānikganj 246/mi²

32 Pālang 231/mi²

33 Dhanmondi 186/mi²

34 Dukuria 130/mi²

35 Mātuail 118/mi²

36 Singair 64/mi²

37 Nawāb Char 40/mi²

38 Green Model Town 35/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Dhaka Division pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Paltan leads with 335,440 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Paltan has 335,440 people per square mile — that's roughly 524 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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