Oldest Cities in Dhaka Division

Top 38 cities ranked by oldest cities

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Oldest Cities — Dhaka Division

1 Dhanmondi 27.9

2 Farīdpur 27.9

3 Dukuria 27.9

4 Char Bhadrāsan 27.9

5 Bhatara 27.9

6 Tangail 27.9

7 Madaripur 27.9

8 Kishorganj 27.9

9 Mānikganj 27.9

10 Savar 27.9

11 Gopālganj 27.9

12 Pallabi 27.9

13 Azimpur 27.9

14 Bhanga 27.9

15 Green Model Town 27.9

16 Paltan 27.9

17 Mirpur Model Thana 27.9

18 Singair 27.9

19 Motijheel 27.9

20 Tungipara 27.9

21 Dohār 27.9

22 Narsingdi 27.9

23 Narayanganj 27.9

24 Nāgarpur 27.9

25 Mirzāpur 27.9

26 Ramna Maidan 27.9

27 Dhaka 27.9

28 Bhairab Bāzār 27.9

29 Bājitpur 27.9

30 Tungi 27.9

31 Sonārgaon 27.9

32 Sakhipur 27.9

33 Pālang 27.9

34 Nawāb Char 27.9

35 Nagar Naluākot 27.9

36 Mātuail 27.9

37 Kafrul 27.9

38 Gazipur 27.9

Cities with the oldest median ages in Dhaka Division often serve as popular retirement destinations or established communities with stable, long-term residents. Dhanmondi has a median age of 27.9 years.

Older median ages can indicate strong healthcare systems, quality of life factors that encourage aging in place, or communities that are particularly attractive to retirees. These cities often feature robust healthcare infrastructure and senior services.

Communities with older populations face unique planning challenges including healthcare capacity, accessibility, transportation for non-drivers, and maintaining a tax base as the workforce ages. Many are adapting their infrastructure and services to meet these evolving needs.

Did You Know?

1. Half of Dhanmondi's residents are over 27.9 years old.
2. Popular retirement destinations in Florida, Arizona, and the Carolinas dominate this list.
3. Cities with older populations typically have higher rates of homeownership and longer average residency periods.

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