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BangladeshvsIndia

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This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

India is higher

India records 1,450,935,791, about 8.36× the other value.

Surface area

India is higher

India records 3,287,260 km², about 22.3× the other value.

Nominal GDP

India is higher

India records $3.91 trillion, about 8.69× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇧🇩 Bangladesh173,562,364
🇮🇳 India1,450,935,791

India’s population is 736% larger than that of Bangladesh, a difference of 1,277,373,427.

Surface area

🇧🇩 Bangladesh147,570 km²
🇮🇳 India3,287,260 km²

India’s surface area is about 22.3× that of Bangladesh, a difference of 3,139,690 km².

Population density

🇧🇩 Bangladesh1,176 /km²
🇮🇳 India441 /km²

Bangladesh’s population density is 166% higher than that of India, a difference of 735 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇧🇩 Bangladesh$450.12 billion · 2024
🇮🇳 India$3.91 trillion · 2024

India’s nominal GDP is 769% larger than that of Bangladesh, a difference of $3.46 trillion.

GDP per capita

🇧🇩 Bangladesh$2,593 · 2024
🇮🇳 India$2,695 · 2024

India’s GDP per capita is 3.9% higher than that of Bangladesh, a difference of $101.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

Dhaka

New Delhi

Population

173,562,364

1,450,935,791

Surface area

147,570 km²

3,287,260 km²

Population density

1,176 /km²

441 /km²

Nominal GDP

$450.12 billion · 2024

$3.91 trillion · 2024

GDP per capita

$2,593 · 2024

$2,695 · 2024

Region

Asia

Asia

Subregion

Southern Asia

Southern Asia

Currency

Bangladeshi taka · BDT · ৳

Indian rupee · INR · ₹

Nationality

Bangladeshi

Indian

Phone code

+880

+91

Internet domain

.bd

.in

ISO codes

BD / BGD

IN / IND

Time zone

Asia/Dhaka

Asia/Kolkata

Native name

Bangladesh

भारत

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About Bangladesh

Nestled at the confluence of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, Bangladesh is a vibrant tapestry of lush deltas, bustling cities, and timeless traditions, offering a rich experience to travelers and scholars alike.

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About India

India, a vast tapestry of cultures, languages, and landscapes, captivates the world with its rich heritage and dynamic spirit. From bustling metropolises to serene villages, the nation’s diversity and resilience make it a remarkable place to explore.

Full India profile →

Bangladesh & India: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Bangladesh?

The capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka.

What is the population of Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has a recorded population of approximately 173,562,364 people.

How big is Bangladesh?

Bangladesh covers an area of about 147,570 km².

What is the population density of Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has a population density of roughly 1,176 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $450.12 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has a GDP per capita of approximately $2,593.

What currency is used in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh uses the Bangladeshi taka (BDT), with the symbol ৳.

Where is Bangladesh located?

Bangladesh is located in Southern Asia, Asia.

What are people from Bangladesh called?

People from Bangladesh are referred to as Bangladeshi.

What is the phone calling code for Bangladesh?

The international dialing code for Bangladesh is +880.

What is the internet domain for Bangladesh?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Bangladesh is .bd.

What time zone is Bangladesh in?

Bangladesh uses the Asia/Dhaka time zone.

What is Bangladesh known for?

Nestled at the confluence of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, Bangladesh is a vibrant tapestry of lush deltas, bustling cities, and timeless traditions, offering a rich experience to travelers and scholars alike.

What is the capital of India?

The capital of India is New Delhi.

What is the population of India?

India has a recorded population of approximately 1,450,935,791 people.

How big is India?

India covers an area of about 3,287,260 km².

What is the population density of India?

India has a population density of roughly 441 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of India?

India has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $3.91 trillion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of India?

India has a GDP per capita of approximately $2,695.

What currency is used in India?

India uses the Indian rupee (INR), with the symbol ₹.

Where is India located?

India is located in Southern Asia, Asia.

What is the native name of India?

The native name of India is भारत.

What are people from India called?

People from India are referred to as Indian.

What is the phone calling code for India?

The international dialing code for India is +91.

What is the internet domain for India?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for India is .in.

What time zone is India in?

India uses the Asia/Kolkata time zone.

What is India known for?

India, a vast tapestry of cultures, languages, and landscapes, captivates the world with its rich heritage and dynamic spirit. From bustling metropolises to serene villages, the nation’s diversity and resilience make it a remarkable place to explore.