Population Dynamics and Demographic Change in Bangladesh: What are the Key Messages?

Abstract

Bangladesh is the 8th largest and one of the most densely populated territories, with 173 million in 2023 (The 2022 Revision of World Population Prospects) and a population growth rate of 1.23% (Population & Housing Census 2022). Currently, the country shares 2.2% of the global population, which is a big number, a big challenge, and a big opportunity. Despite such scenarios, the country is graduating from the LDCs in 2026. Now, the questions raised are- 'How far have the population dynamics of Bangladesh come, and where are such dynamics headed' toward demographic change and emerging population issues?