Gaibandha District
গাইবান্ধা
Gaibandha is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rangpur division. It covers 2,179.3 km² and is home to roughly 2,600,000 people. It is best known for friendship Centre, Brahmaputra chars.
History of Gaibandha
Historically shaped by shifting courses of the Brahmaputra and Teesta rivers, leading to frequent char (riverine island) formation and displacement of riverside communities.
Sunrise and sunset in Gaibandha today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Gaibandha
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Friendship Centre, Brahmaputra chars
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Char-land agriculture and jute cultivation, alongside NGO-supported community health and ferry services on the Brahmaputra chars.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Char-dwelling communities maintain distinct boat-based livelihoods and seasonal migration patterns.
Other districts in Rangpur
Frequently asked questions about Gaibandha
Which division is Gaibandha in?
Gaibandha district belongs to Rangpur division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Gaibandha?
Gaibandha has a population of roughly 2,600,000, across an area of 2,179.3 square kilometres.
What is Gaibandha famous for?
Friendship Centre, Brahmaputra chars
What time is sunrise and sunset in Gaibandha?
The sun rises at 06:01 and sets at 17:34 today in Gaibandha, giving 11:34 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Gaibandha?
Char-land agriculture and jute cultivation, alongside NGO-supported community health and ferry services on the Brahmaputra chars.