Population

BangladeshvsIndia
This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
India is higher
Nominal GDP
India is higher
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
India’s population is 736% larger than that of Bangladesh, a difference of 1,277,373,427.
Surface area
India’s surface area is about 22.3× that of Bangladesh, a difference of 3,139,690 km².
Population density
Bangladesh’s population density is 166% higher than that of India, a difference of 735 /km².
Nominal GDP
India’s nominal GDP is 769% larger than that of Bangladesh, a difference of $3.46 trillion.
GDP per capita
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
| Measure | Bangladesh | India |
|---|---|---|
| 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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AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout 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.
Full Bangladesh profile →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.