Gaibandha travel guide, Rangpur Division

Gaibandha lies in the north where the Teesta joins the Brahmaputra–Jamuna, which forms its eastern edge, and the Karatoya and Ghaghot also cross it. Much of the district is farmland and river islands. Heritage sites include the Bamandanga and Naldanga zamindar houses and the Shah Sultan Gazi mosque. Bonarpara is a railway junction, and intercity trains connect the district. About 2.56 million people live in roughly 2,115 km² (2022 census).

Sources: Wikipedia: Gaibandha District, Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026

At a glance

Area
2,115 km²
Population (2022 census)
2,562,232
Density
1,211 people per km²

Sources: Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026

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FAQ

Where is Gaibandha?

Gaibandha is in Bangladesh's Rangpur Division, one of the country's 64 districts.

What is there to see in Gaibandha?

Places added to this guide: Bamandanga Zamindar Bari, Naldanga Zamindar Bari.

When is the best time to visit Gaibandha?

We don't have verified information on this yet, so no months are given.

Which rivers meet in Gaibandha?

The Teesta joins the Brahmaputra–Jamuna here, and the Karatoya and Ghaghot also flow through.

What heritage sites are in Gaibandha?

The Bamandanga and Naldanga zamindar houses and the Shah Sultan Gazi mosque.