5 Most Densely Populated Countries in Asia

In this article, we will look at the 5 most densely populated countries in Asia. If you wish to look at our detailed analysis of the Asian population, you can go to 20 Most Densely Populated Countries in Asia.

5. Maldives 

Population Density in 2021: 1,738 people per square kilometer 

Widely known as a popular tourist destination, the South Asian archipelagic nation of Maldives is surrounded by the Indian Ocean. It is located about 750 kilometers away from Asia’s mainland. Several islands combine to form this country, which is present in southwest India and Sri Lanka. According to a report by UNICEF, Maldives is the lowest-lying country in the world and is at risk of being completely submerged under the Indian Ocean by 2100. It ranks fifth on our list, with a population density of 1,738 people as of 2021.