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Farīdpur

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Updated Tuesday, October 20, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Farīdpur?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

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  • Avoid all but essential travel to parts of Bangladesh per official advisories.

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Farīdpur month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Farīdpur are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 24–28°C. April is usually the warmest month (average high 34°C), January the coldest (average low 13°C), and July the wettest (about 311 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January23.912.959.5
February27.715.52210.0
March32.120.05410.4
April34.423.712610.4
May32.925.02509.6
June32.226.12898.4
July31.625.93118.4
August31.525.72888.4
September31.525.52608.8
October30.823.41809.2
November28.618.6329.8
December25.014.7299.2

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Past and future events in Farīdpur

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. 1973 Faridpur District tornado

    An extremely deadly and devastating tornado that moved through areas southwest of Dhaka in Faridpur District on 17 April 1973.

Current public leadership

  • Md. Shahidul Islam

    Representative of the Faridpur-4 constituency in the Jatiya Sangsad of Bangladesh since 2026.

  • Md. Elias Molla

    Representative of the Faridpur-1 constituency in the Jatiya Sangsad of Bangladesh since 2026.

People associated with this place

  • Altaf Hossain Chowdhury

    Bangladesh Nationalist Party politician and former member of parliament for Faridpur-13.

  • Abdur Rahman

    Elected to parliament in 2014 from Faridpur-1 as a Bangladesh Awami League candidate.

  • Delwar Hossain

    Bangladesh Awami League politician and former member of parliament for Faridpur-4.

Historical figures

  • Abdur Razzaq

    Elected Member of Parliament from Faridpur-4 Constituency in the Eighth National Parliament Election held in 2001, who died while serving.

Local business and employers

  • Faridpur Engineering College

    Public undergraduate college established in 2010 located at Dr. Kazi Motaher Hossain Road, Char Kamalapur, Faridpur.

  • Energypac Infrastructure & Development Ltd. (Faridpur)

    Engineering, procurement, and construction solutions provider operating in Faridpur.

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Farīdpur yet.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Mathurapur Deul

    A 16th or 17th-century monastery located in Madhukhali Upazila of Faridpur District.

  • Faridpur Stadium Killing Field

    A mass grave site in Faridpur used during the 1971 Bangladesh genocide by the Pakistan Army.

  • Faridpur Central Eidgah

    Main Eidgah or open space designated for Eid prayers in Faridpur city, locally known as Chandmari Eidgah Maidan.

  • Amirabad Estate

    An important political family estate in Faridpur that produced members of various legislative assemblies and councils.

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01 · Districts

Districts and local character in Farīdpur

Farīdpur is a city in Bangladesh located in the Dhaka Division. It lies at latitude 23.60612 and longitude 89.84064 and had a population of 112,187 in the most recent count.

What administrative area governs Farīdpur’s neighborhoods?

The city is administered as part of the Dhaka Division and observes the Asia/Dhaka time zone, aligning local governance with national standards.

How do language and population shape everyday life in the neighborhoods?

With 112,187 residents, the neighborhoods accommodate speakers of Bengali (bn‑BD) and English (en), reflecting the bilingual profile recorded for the city.

Which currency is used for transactions within the city’s neighborhoods?

All commercial and personal transactions are conducted in Bangladeshi taka (BDT), the official currency of Bangladesh.

For geographic reference, see the GeoNames record for Farīdpur.

02 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Farīdpur

Where is Farīdpur situated geographically?

Farīdpur is a city located in the country of Bangladesh. Geographically, this populated center is situated within the Dhaka Division.

What are the exact coordinates of Farīdpur?

Positioned in the region under the GeoNames record for Farīdpur, the city rests at the specific latitude of 23.60612 and longitude of 89.84064. Within this geographic setting, the locality operates under the Asia/Dhaka timezone.

How does Farīdpur fit into the regional geography of Bangladesh?

As a notable settlement within the Dhaka Division, Farīdpur contributes to the overall demographic distribution of Bangladesh with a recorded population of 112187 residents. The surrounding geography supports the local administration and infrastructure managed within this specific part of the country.

03 · Economy

Work and the economy in Farīdpur

What is the economic context of Farīdpur?

Farīdpur is a city in Bangladesh, located within the Dhaka Division at latitude 23.60612 and longitude 89.84064. The city has a population of 112187.

How does the city's location influence its economy? The city uses the currency BDT and the languages spoken are bn-BD and en.

What role does the timezone play in the economy? The city is in the Asia/Dhaka timezone.

For geographic details, see the GeoNames record for Farīdpur.

04 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Farīdpur

Farīdpur is a city located in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh, with a population of 112187. The city's geographical coordinates are 23.60612 latitude and 89.84064 longitude.

When considering safety in Farīdpur, it is essential to understand that static information may not reflect the current situation. Local evidence on safety is unavailable, and readers should verify information through official or local sources for the most accurate and up-to-date advice. The GeoNames record for Farīdpur provides geographical information, but for safety-related concerns, readers should consult local authorities or relevant institutions. To stay informed, use the dated calculator to find the latest information, and be aware that crime rates, healthcare, and policing can change over time.

05 · Overview

Farīdpur, in brief

Where is Farīdpur located and what characterizes its geography?

Farīdpur is a city situated in Bangladesh. Geographically, the urban area is positioned within the Dhaka Division of the country at the coordinates 23.60612 latitude and 89.84064 longitude.

What is the demographic and temporal setting of the city?

According to geographic records, Farīdpur supports a population of 112,187 people. While it functions as a prominent regional settlement within the Dhaka Division, it is not the capital of Bangladesh. The local time for residents and administrators in Farīdpur aligns with the Asia/Dhaka timezone.

How do linguistic and monetary systems function within the area?

Daily life and official communications in Farīdpur are conducted using Bengali and English, corresponding to the languages bn-BD and en. For commercial transactions and economic activities, the official currency utilized throughout the locality is the BDT.

What geographical reference data exists for the settlement?

Geographical mapping of Farīdpur places the municipality precisely at 23.60612 degrees latitude and 89.84064 degrees longitude. Additional elevation metrics for the terrain are not documented in the standard regional records. For further administrative and spatial data regarding this settlement, researchers can consult the GeoNames record for Farīdpur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Farīdpur

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Farīdpur located and what are its coordinates?

Farīdpur is situated in Bangladesh at geographic coordinates 23.6061, 89.8406, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Farīdpur?

Farīdpur has a recorded population of approximately 112,187 and observes the Asia/Dhaka time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Farīdpur?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Farīdpur include BN-BD, English, with BDT used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

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