Gopalganj District
গোপালগঞ্জ
Gopalganj is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Dhaka division. It covers 1,490.0 km² and is home to roughly 1,295,000 people. It is best known for tungipara, Baghiar Bill water lilies.
History of Gopalganj
Ancestral home of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, founding leader of Bangladesh, whose mausoleum stands at Tungipara. The district was administratively separated from Faridpur in 1984.
Sunrise and sunset in Gopalganj today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Gopalganj
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Tungipara, Baghiar Bill water lilies
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Rice and fish cultivation around low-lying haor and beel wetlands.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
The water-lily flowering season draws local festivities at Baghiar Bill, alongside traditional boat racing.
Other districts in Dhaka
Frequently asked questions about Gopalganj
Which division is Gopalganj in?
Gopalganj district belongs to Dhaka division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Gopalganj?
Gopalganj has a population of roughly 1,295,000, across an area of 1,490.0 square kilometres.
What is Gopalganj famous for?
Tungipara, Baghiar Bill water lilies
What time is sunrise and sunset in Gopalganj?
The sun rises at 05:58 and sets at 17:35 today in Gopalganj, giving 11:37 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Gopalganj?
Rice and fish cultivation around low-lying haor and beel wetlands.