Dinajpur District
দিনাজপুর
Dinajpur is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rangpur division. It covers 3,437.9 km² and is home to roughly 3,200,000 people. It is best known for kantajew Temple, Ramsagar Lake, litchi.
History of Dinajpur
Home to the Kantajew Temple, an 18th-century terracotta Hindu temple renowned for its intricate carvings, built during the era of the powerful Dinajpur Raj zamindari family under British rule.
Sunrise and sunset in Dinajpur today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Dinajpur
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Kantajew Temple, Ramsagar Lake, litchi
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Litchi and rice cultivation - among the country's top rice-producing districts - plus agro-processing industries.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Renowned for litchi orchards and traditional terracotta craftsmanship reflected in temple architecture.
Places to visit in Dinajpur
Other districts in Rangpur
Frequently asked questions about Dinajpur
Which division is Dinajpur in?
Dinajpur district belongs to Rangpur division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Dinajpur?
Dinajpur has a population of roughly 3,200,000, across an area of 3,437.9 square kilometres.
What is Dinajpur famous for?
Kantajew Temple, Ramsagar Lake, litchi
What time is sunrise and sunset in Dinajpur?
The sun rises at 06:04 and sets at 17:38 today in Dinajpur, giving 11:33 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Dinajpur?
Litchi and rice cultivation - among the country's top rice-producing districts - plus agro-processing industries.