Manikganj District
মানিকগঞ্জ
Manikganj is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Dhaka division. It covers 1,383.7 km² and is home to roughly 1,558,154 people. It is best known for baliati Palace, Padma river bank.
History of Manikganj
Once part of a larger Dhaka district, the area is known for the 19th-century Baliati Palace built by local zamindars, and its settlement pattern has long been reshaped by the shifting Padma and Jamuna char lands.
Sunrise and sunset in Manikganj today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Manikganj
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Baliati Palace, Padma river bank
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Jute and rice farming, with brisk small trade to Dhaka along the Dhaka-Aricha highway.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Baul folk singing and a riverine boatmen's culture tied to the Padma and Kaliganga rivers.
Other districts in Dhaka
Frequently asked questions about Manikganj
Which division is Manikganj in?
Manikganj district belongs to Dhaka division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Manikganj?
Manikganj has a population of roughly 1,558,154, across an area of 1,383.7 square kilometres.
What is Manikganj famous for?
Baliati Palace, Padma river bank
What time is sunrise and sunset in Manikganj?
The sun rises at 05:58 and sets at 17:34 today in Manikganj, giving 11:36 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Manikganj?
Jute and rice farming, with brisk small trade to Dhaka along the Dhaka-Aricha highway.