Panchagarh District
পঞ্চগড়
Panchagarh is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rangpur division. It covers 1,404.6 km² and is home to roughly 1,100,000 people. It is best known for northernmost point, Kanchenjunga view, Tetulia tea.
History of Panchagarh
Bangladesh's northernmost district, historically a frontier trading corridor linking Bengal, Assam and the Himalayan foothill kingdoms. The Tetulia tea industry has developed in recent decades on land once used for tobacco.
Sunrise and sunset in Panchagarh today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Panchagarh
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Northernmost point, Kanchenjunga view, Tetulia tea
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Tea cultivation at Tetulia, and stone collection from riverbeds near the Himalayan foothills.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
On clear winter days, views of Mount Kanchenjunga are a distinctive local phenomenon celebrated in the district.
Other districts in Rangpur
Frequently asked questions about Panchagarh
Which division is Panchagarh in?
Panchagarh district belongs to Rangpur division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Panchagarh?
Panchagarh has a population of roughly 1,100,000, across an area of 1,404.6 square kilometres.
What is Panchagarh famous for?
Northernmost point, Kanchenjunga view, Tetulia tea
What time is sunrise and sunset in Panchagarh?
The sun rises at 06:05 and sets at 17:38 today in Panchagarh, giving 11:32 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Panchagarh?
Tea cultivation at Tetulia, and stone collection from riverbeds near the Himalayan foothills.