This book presents the findings of the 2001 population census of Bangladesh, conducted by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics. It details the demographic characteristics of the nation, providing a comprehensive statistical overview based on the collected data. The report serves as a foundational document for understanding the population dynamics and socio-economic conditions of Bangladesh at the turn of the millennium.

As an official government census report, this publication is a primary source document for demographic and statistical research on Bangladesh. Its authority stems directly from the data collection and tabulation processes undertaken by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics. Researchers and policymakers rely on such reports for accurate national data to inform planning and analysis.