Psychiatry in Bangladesh

Area of Science:

• Demographics
• Geography
• South Asian Studies

Background:

• Bangladesh is a densely populated country in South Asia.
• Understanding population distribution is crucial for national development planning.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present key demographic data for Bangladesh.
• To highlight population size, growth rate, and rural-urban distribution.

Main Methods:

• Data compilation from official statistics.
• Analysis of land area, total population, and population segments.

Main Results:

• Total land area: 147,570 km².
• Total population (2001): 123 million.
• Population growth rate: 1.47%; 75% rural, 25% urban.

Conclusions:

• Bangladesh exhibits a high population density.
• The majority of the population resides in rural areas, indicating specific developmental needs.