Sirajganj District
সিরাজগঞ্জ
Sirajganj is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rajshahi division. It covers 2,497.9 km² and is home to roughly 3,300,000 people. It is best known for bangabandhu Bridge, handloom weaving.
History of Sirajganj
A historic jute and cotton trading river port on the Jamuna, linked to Kolkata by rail-ferry during British rule. The Bangabandhu Bridge, opened in 1998, transformed it into a key national transport link.
Sunrise and sunset in Sirajganj today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Sirajganj
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Bangabandhu Bridge, handloom weaving
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
One of the country's largest handloom-weaving clusters, plus an industrial belt along the Jamuna riverside.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
A historic centre for cotton and silk handloom weaving, with a traditional Jamuna boatmen's culture.
Other districts in Rajshahi
Frequently asked questions about Sirajganj
Which division is Sirajganj in?
Sirajganj district belongs to Rajshahi division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Sirajganj?
Sirajganj has a population of roughly 3,300,000, across an area of 2,497.9 square kilometres.
What is Sirajganj famous for?
Bangabandhu Bridge, handloom weaving
What time is sunrise and sunset in Sirajganj?
The sun rises at 05:59 and sets at 17:34 today in Sirajganj, giving 11:35 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Sirajganj?
One of the country's largest handloom-weaving clusters, plus an industrial belt along the Jamuna riverside.