Nageswari, Bangladesh

With a population of 444,699, this Bangladeshi backwater is a far cry from the glitz of Dhaka. The literacy rate sits at just 62.75%, and only 15.8% of residents live in the urban center. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the city divided into 14 union parishads, 79 mauzas, and 350 villages. Those seeking a quiet, rural life may find Nageswari appealing, but the lack of infrastructure and economic opportunities make it a poor choice for ambitious expats.