Narsingdi District
নরসিংদী
Narsingdi is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Dhaka division. It covers 1,140.8 km² and is home to roughly 2,584,452 people. It is best known for wari-Bateshwar ruins, textile trade.
History of Narsingdi
The nearby Wari-Bateshwar archaeological site shows settlement dating back over 2,500 years, believed to have been an ancient trade centre on an old course of the Brahmaputra.
Sunrise and sunset in Narsingdi today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Narsingdi
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Wari-Bateshwar ruins, textile trade
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Textile and hosiery manufacturing, plus the Ghorashal fertiliser and power complex.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
A living Baul music tradition and weaving communities concentrated in Belabo and Shibpur.
Other districts in Dhaka
Frequently asked questions about Narsingdi
Which division is Narsingdi in?
Narsingdi district belongs to Dhaka division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Narsingdi?
Narsingdi has a population of roughly 2,584,452, across an area of 1,140.8 square kilometres.
What is Narsingdi famous for?
Wari-Bateshwar ruins, textile trade
What time is sunrise and sunset in Narsingdi?
The sun rises at 05:55 and sets at 17:31 today in Narsingdi, giving 11:36 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Narsingdi?
Textile and hosiery manufacturing, plus the Ghorashal fertiliser and power complex.