Smallest Cities in Dhaka Division

Top 38 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Dhaka Division

1 Singair 6,000

2 Green Model Town 10,337

3 Nawāb Char 11,609

4 Mātuail 34,310

5 Char Bhadrāsan 34,423

6 Bājitpur 34,560

7 Dukuria 37,894

8 Sakhipur 40,869

9 Mirzāpur 41,137

10 Bhanga 43,202

11 Dohār 45,543

12 Gopālganj 51,346

13 Dhanmondi 54,210

14 Pālang 67,652

15 Mānikganj 71,698

16 Madaripur 84,789

17 Kishorganj 90,690

18 Azimpur 96,641

19 Bhairab Bāzār 105,457

20 Farīdpur 112,187

21 Tungipara 114,482

22 Sonārgaon 130,000

23 Ramna Maidan 143,677

24 Tangail 180,144

25 Paltan 184,492

26 Motijheel 202,308

27 Narayanganj 223,622

28 Nāgarpur 238,422

29 Nagar Naluākot 273,000

30 Narsingdi 281,080

31 Savar 286,008

32 Bhatara 324,300

33 Tungi 337,579

34 Kafrul 339,734

35 Mirpur Model Thana 546,503

36 Pallabi 597,574

37 Gazipur 2,674,697

38 Dhaka 10,356,500

The smallest cities in Dhaka Division (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Singair has a population of just 6,000. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 6,000 residents, Singair is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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