5 Countries with the Largest Rural Population in the World

In this article, we will take a look at the 5 countries with the largest rural population in the world. If you want to read our discussion on the rural economy trends, you can go directly to the 20 Countries with the Largest Rural Population in the World.

5. Bangladesh

Rural Population: 103,206,552

Bangladesh ranks as the world’s eighth most populous country, accounting for nearly 2.2% of the global population. Around 68.34% of the country’s population resides in rural areas. There are nearly 87,000 villages in the country, comprising almost 75% of the population. Most villages are located in low-lying areas, surrounded by rivers and fields. Roughly half of the population in Bangladesh is primarily engaged in agricultural work, utilizing over 70% of the country’s land for cultivation purposes.