# Unmarried men have a 13% higher rate than unmarried women

> The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) Socio-Economic and Demographic Survey 2023 reveals that more women than men are married in Bangladesh, with women also more likely to live alone after divorce, separation, or wi…

Published: 2024-06-25 · Desk: Bangladesh · Source: Prothom Alo

The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) Socio-Economic and Demographic Survey 2023 reveals that more women than men are married in Bangladesh, with women also more likely to live alone after divorce, separation, or widowhood. The survey, released on June 5, 2023, shows a 13% higher rate of unmarried men compared to unmarried women, with over 35% of men and over 22% of women being unmarried. Sylhet has the highest rate of unmarried individuals, while Rajshahi has the lowest for both genders.

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