Bangladesh

Asia · Capital Dhaka

Bangladesh is a country in Asia. Its capital city is Dhaka. It has a population of around 161,356,039 people. The main language is Bengali and the official currency is the Bangladeshi taka. It shares land borders with 2 countries.

Bangladesh is a country in Asia. Its capital is Dhaka. It has a population of 161,356,039, bordering 2 countries. The official language is Bengali. The official currency is the Bangladeshi taka.

Where is Bangladesh?

Bangladesh at a glance

Capital: Dhaka
Population: 161.4M
Currency: Bangladeshi taka
Language: Bengali
Continent: Asia
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Bangladesh

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Frequently asked questions about Bangladesh

What is the capital of Bangladesh?

The capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka.

What continent is Bangladesh in?

Bangladesh is located in Asia.

What is the population of Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has a population of approximately 161,356,039 people.

What is the currency of Bangladesh?

The official currency of Bangladesh is the Bangladeshi taka.

What language is spoken in Bangladesh?

The main language spoken in Bangladesh is Bengali.

What is the flag of Bangladesh?

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