Thakurgaon District
ঠাকুরগাঁও
Thakurgaon is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Rangpur division. It covers 1,809.5 km² and is home to roughly 1,500,000 people. It is best known for jamalpur Zamindar mosque, Baliadangi mango tree.
History of Thakurgaon
Historically part of the ancient Kamata-Koch kingdom's periphery, the district retains 19th-century zamindari mosque and palace architecture from the British colonial period.
Sunrise and sunset in Thakurgaon today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Thakurgaon
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Jamalpur Zamindar mosque, Baliadangi mango tree
Top attractions
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
One of the country's highest-yield rice-growing districts, plus mango orchards.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Santal and other indigenous minority communities inhabit rural areas, keeping distinctive harvest festivals.
Other districts in Rangpur
Frequently asked questions about Thakurgaon
Which division is Thakurgaon in?
Thakurgaon district belongs to Rangpur division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Thakurgaon?
Thakurgaon has a population of roughly 1,500,000, across an area of 1,809.5 square kilometres.
What is Thakurgaon famous for?
Jamalpur Zamindar mosque, Baliadangi mango tree
What time is sunrise and sunset in Thakurgaon?
The sun rises at 06:05 and sets at 17:38 today in Thakurgaon, giving 11:33 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Thakurgaon?
One of the country's highest-yield rice-growing districts, plus mango orchards.