Tangail District
টাঙ্গাইল
Tangail is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Dhaka division. It covers 3,414.3 km² and is home to roughly 4,037,608 people. It is best known for tangail saree, Atia Mosque, Madhupur forest.
History of Tangail
Seat of the Karatia and Santosh zamindari estates under British rule, and a key sector for Kader Siddiqui's ("Tiger Siddiqui") Mukti Bahini forces during the 1971 Liberation War.
Sunrise and sunset in Tangail today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Tangail
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Tangail saree, Atia Mosque, Madhupur forest
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
The world-famous Tangail handloom saree industry, alongside jute and rice farming on the Jamuna floodplain.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Tangail saree weaving heritage and a lively Pohela Boishakh mela tradition at Elenga.
Other districts in Dhaka
Frequently asked questions about Tangail
Which division is Tangail in?
Tangail district belongs to Dhaka division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Tangail?
Tangail has a population of roughly 4,037,608, across an area of 3,414.3 square kilometres.
What is Tangail famous for?
Tangail saree, Atia Mosque, Madhupur forest
What time is sunrise and sunset in Tangail?
The sun rises at 05:58 and sets at 17:34 today in Tangail, giving 11:35 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Tangail?
The world-famous Tangail handloom saree industry, alongside jute and rice farming on the Jamuna floodplain.