Information of Chittagong District

Chittagong District, Bangladesh

The region is located in the south- eastern part of Bangladesh. Chittagong had been a sea port since the ancient time. Traders from different countries including Arab had business transactions with this port since 9Th century. Sultan Fakruddin Mubarak Shah of Sonargaon conquered Chittagong in 1340. After the defeat of Sultan Giasuddin Mahmud Shah by Sher Shah in 1538 AD, the Arakanise again captured Chittagong. The region was under the kingdom of Arakan during sixth and seventh centuries. During 17Thcentury the region faced many attacks of Portuguese pirates. Before the Muslim conquered, Chittagong had been either under the control of the Arakans or under the kings of Burma. The Mughal Commander Bujurg Umed Khan expelled the Portuguese pirates from the region and eastablished Chittagong district in 1666 and named Islamabad. Next the region was named Chattla and Chandgaon. The Chittagong Hill- Tracts were separated from Chittagong in 1860. Cox’s Bazar was separated from Chittagong district in 1984 after the liberation of Bangladesh.

Bordered By: Chittagong District is bordered by Feni district and Tripura (Indian State) to the north, Cox’s Bazar district to the south, Rangamati,Bandarban and Khagrachari districts to the east, Noakhali district and the Bay of Bengal to the west.

Administration: The area of Chittagong is 5282.92 Sq Km. It is a divisional Headquarter also. There is a city corporation; 10 Municipalities in Chittagong named Chandanaish, Banskhali, Baroiarhat, Sandwip, Mirsharai, Rangunia, Satkania, Raozan, Patya and Shitakunda. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Chittagong district is 14, named- Mirsarai, Shitakunda, Raujan, Sandwip, Rangunia, Fatikchari, Hatahazari, Patya, Anowara, Chandanaish, Boalkhali, Bashkhli, Lohagora and Satkania containing 194 Unions, 890 Mauzas and 1267 Villages outside of metro area. 

Population: The total population of Chittagong district is 76,16,352 (Male- 38,38,854 and Female- 37,77,498), Sex ratio 102:100, Population Density 1442/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 1.40%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Chittagong district is 58.90% (Male- 61.10% and Female- 56.70%). School attendance rate is 52.30% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Chittagong district is 4000 and NWD Code is 031. Total Parliament seat in Chittagong is 16. During the liberation war, Chittagong was under Sector Number 01. Urbanization rate of the district is 41.39%, average rainfall is 3378 mm average moisture is 83%.

Remarkable Personalities from Chittagong District

Masterda Surjasen, Priti Lota Owadder, Abdul Karim Sahittobisharod, Principal Abul Quashem (Educationist), Koreshi Magon  Thagure, Mohakobi Alaol, Kalpana Datta, Sayad Owali Ullah (Novelist), Binodbihari Chowdhury, Jahur Ahmad Chowdhury, M A Hannan, M A Aziz, Subrder Rajab Ali (Hero of Shipahi Revoloution), Kajem Ali Master, Comorad Mozaffor Ahmad, Jatindra Mohon Sen, Martyred Nirmol Sen, Amibca Chattargy, Gonesh Ghosh, Abdul Hoque Dovas, Rafiq Uddin Shiddique, Brozen Sen, Sharat Kanungo, Kalipod Chattargy, Prof. Pulin Day, Amor Sen, Comored Abdus Satter, A K Khan, Chowdhury Harunur Rashid, Captain Abul Quashem, Shirajul Hoque Mia, Khanbahadur, Natun Chandra Shingha, Probal Chowdhury, Sujat Roy, Ayub Bacchu, Nakib Khan, Roby Chowdhury, Partha Barua Dr Keshob Sen, Dr Harihar Datta, Jotirmoye Chowdhury, Kabial Romesh Shil, Shah Muhammad Sagir (Poet)  etc.

Famous Tourist Places in Chittagong District

Fays Lake, Potenga Sea Beach, Chittagong Zoo, Chittagong University, Graveyard of Bayajid Bostami, Graveyard of Shah Amanat, War Cemetery, Zia Memorial Museum, Asian Women University, Fauzdarhat Cadet College, Mahuri Project, Batali Hill, Chandranath Hill of Shitakunda, Hot Water Fall, Bashkhali Eco Park, Parky Sea Beach in Anowara, Bangladesh Military Academy, Marine Academy etc.

Information of Chandpur District

Chandpur District, Bangladesh

Chandpur district is located in the east central part of Bangladesh. According to the atlas of Major James Renal (1779), we found a minor region named Chandpur. Then government offices of the region were southern part of current Chandpur named Narasinghapur which is currently absorbed in river. The meeting place of mighty Padma and Meghna was then 60 miles southwest from the current location. During the Baro Bhuyan period, the region was under the rule of Chand Narayan Roy. Historian J F Sengupta thinks, Chandpur was named after him. Beside some historians think that Chandpur was named after Chand Fakir of Purindor Moholla (Current Koralia). In 1878, there were four sub divisions named- Sadar North, Sadar South, Brahmanbaria and Chandpur under Tripura district. After the liberation of Bangladesh, Chandpur subdivision was turned into a district in 1984. The area of Chandpur is 1645.32 Sq Km. The Geo position of the district is between 23˚29’ to 24˚04’ North latitudes and between 90˚06’ to 91˚09’ east longitude.

Bordered By: Chandpur District is bordered by Comilla and a part ofMunshiganj district to the north, Noakhali, Lakshmipur and Barisal districts to the south, Comilla district to the east, Shariatpur, Munshiganj districts and mighty Meghna River to the west.

Administration: It is under Chittagong Division. There are 07 Municipalities in Chandpur named Chandpur, Hazigonj, Faridgonj, Kachua, Motlob, Chengar-char and Shaharasti. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Chandpur district is 08, named- Chandpur, Motlob North, Motlob South, Haymchar, Hazigonj, Kachua, Shaharasti and Faridgonj containing 88 Unions, 927 Mauzas and 1230 Villages.

Population: The total population of Chandpur district is 24,16,018 (Male- 11,45,831 and Female- 12,70,187). Sex ratio is 90:100, population density 1468/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.61%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Chandpur district is 56.80% (Male- 56.10% and Female- 57.30%)., School attendance rate is 56.80% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Chandpur district is 3600 and NWD Code is 0841. Total Parliament seat in Chandpur is 05. During the liberation war, Chandpur was under Sector Number 02. Urbanization rate of the district is 18.03%.

Rivers: Chandpur town is divided by mighty Dakatia River. Besides Meghna, Dhonagoda, Motlab, Udhamdi etc are the mentionable rivers in Chandpur.

Agro Products: Paddy, jute, wheat, sugarcane, potato, mustard, betel nut, soybean, pepper, vegetables etc.

Remarkable Personalities in Chandpur District

Md Nasir Uddin, (Editor), Burhan Uddin Khan Jahangir (Literate Personality), Nawab Fayjun Nesa Chowdhurany, Hardayal Nag, Mohesh Chandra Vattacharja, Mohes Chandra Vattacharja, Dr Mizanur Rahaman Khan, Major Abdul Goni, Dr Akhter Hamid Khan, A K M Jahirul Hoque, Atindra Mohon Roy, Nawab Sir K G M Faruquee, Hem Prova Majumder, Captain Narendra Nath Datta, Dhrindra Nath Datta, Sachin Deb Barman, Basanta Kumar Majumder, Khan Bahadur Abdul Karim, Nawab Mosharof Hossain, Akhil Chandra Datta, Mohiuddin Khan Alamgir (Politician), Muntasir Mamun (Historian), Mizanur Rahaman Chowdhury (Politician), Samsul Arefin (Literate Personality), Nawab Sir Sayad Samsul Huda, Journalist Nasiruddin, Mawlana Abdul Mannan (Politician), Artist Hashem Khan, Moharaj Birchandra Manikka Bahadur, etc.

Famous Tourist Attractions in Chandpur

Chandpur River Port, River Research Institute, Mole head outfall in Barostation, Remnants of the Nasir Court fort, Baraduara, Historical Baro Mosque of Hazigonj, ICDDR,B in Motlob, Monoshamura, Meghna-Dhangoda Barrage, Nilkuthi, Sahsuja Mosque, Shah Rasti Dargah, Begum Mosque, Hajiganj Bara Mosque, Alamgiri Mosque, Mada Khan Mosque, Kali temple, Ilish Chattor, Lohagara ashram, Naorai ashram, Tultuli (Kachua) ashram, Rare species of plants Naglingam in DC Banglow  etc.

Information of Brahmanbaria District

Brahmanbaria District, Bangladesh

Brahmanbaria district is located in the eastern part of Bangladesh. Once the region was a part of Samatat state. Later it was included in Tripura district in 1790. The first and temporary capital of Isa Khan was at Sarail, 10 km north of Brahmanbaria Town. Swadeshi movement (1905), Peasant movement (1930) No-rent movement, War of Liberation Movement (1971) etc are the remarkable chapters of the region. Brhamanbaria was promoted as a municipality in 1869. After the liberation of Bangladesh Current Brahmanbaria was declared as a district in 15 February 1984. Before, the region was included in Comilla district. The Geo position of the district is between 23˚29’ to 24˚16’ North latitudes and between 90˚39’ to 91˚21’east longitude.

Bordered By: Brahmanbaria District is bordered by Kishoreganj andHabiganj district to the north, Comilla district to the south, Habiganj district and Tripura (Indian State) to the east, The Meghna River and a part of Kishoreganj, Narayanganj and Narsingdi districts to the west.

Administration: The area of Brahmanbaria is 1881.20 Sq Km. It is under Chittagong Division. There are 04 Municipalities in Brahmanbaria named Brahamanbaria, Ashugonj, Nabinogor and Kasba. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Brahmanbaria district is 09, named- Brahamanbaria, Akhaura, Kosba, Bangarampur, Sarail, Nabinagor, Nasirnogor, Ashugonj and Bijoy Nagor containing 100 Unions, 900 Mauzas and 1323 Villages. 

Population: The total population of Brahmanbaria district is 28,40,498 (Male- 13,66,711 and Female- 14,73,787), sex ratio is 93:100, population density 1510/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 1.68%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Brahmanbaria district is 45.30% (Male- 45.7% and Female- 44.90%). School attendance rate is 50.80% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Brahmanbaria district is 3500 and NWD Code is 0851. Total Parliament seat in Brahmanbaria is 06. During the liberation war, Brahmanbaria was under Sector Number 02 & 03. Average rainfall of the district is 78.06 cm urbanization rate of the district is 15.79%. Average rainfall of the region is 187 cm.

Rivers: Meghna, Titas, Shalda, Hawra, Pagla, Putia, Sonai, Hawra, Ropa, Buri, Bizna, Balua, Bolak, Dholbanga etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Mastered, Onion, Garlic, Pulses, Pine-Apple, Vegetables etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Brahmanbaria District

Addyata Mollobormon (Novelist), Ostad Ayet Ali Kha (Musical Talent), Ostad Alauddin Kha (Musical Talent), Nawab Syed Shamsul Huda, Samaul Hoque (Poet), Ostad Khadem Hossain Kha (Music Personality), Haralal Roy (Writer), Ma Anyandamoye, Sayed Samsul Huda (Educationist), Oli Ahad (Language Fighter), Al Mahmud (Poet), Ali Imam (Literate Personality), Sayad Abdul Hadi (Singer), Safic Rehman (Editor), Subol Das (Composer), Alamgir (Film Actor), Abdul Kadir (Poet) etc.

Famous Tourist attractions in Brahmanbaria District

Titas Gas Field, Graveyard of Birshresta Mostafa Kamal, Kasba Kollapathar Somadhi, Faruque Park, Graveyard of Kallishid (R), Home of Ostad Alauddin Kha, Hatirpul, Home of Biplobi Ullash Datta, Gonga Sagor, Meghna Bridge, Ashugonj Power Station, Jadughor Sahi Mosque, Haripur Landlord Palace etc.

Information of Bandarban District

Bandarban District, Bangladesh

Bandarban district is located in the south eastern part of Bangladesh. There is a myth among the local civilians of the region about the naming of Bandarban. They believe that once a number of Banor (Monkey) lived in the region. They came nearby the falls (Chara) to eat salt and then the region got familiarity with the name of “Maokshi Chara”. Maok means Monkey and Chara means Dam. But according to the Marma’s language the original name of the region is “Rod Kaochi Mrow”.  During the British East India Company period Chittagong hill tracts was declared as a district in 1860. Then the region was under the district of Chittagong Hill Tracts. According to the Chittagong Hill Tracts Regulation 1900, the whole Chittagong Hill Tracts was divided into three Circles named- Chakma Circle, Mong Circle and Bomang Circle. Current Bandarban district was under formerly Bomang Circle. So the ancient name of the region was “Bomang Thong”. Then the region was declared as a forest zone when it is a vast forest area and devoid of human settlement. The Arakanies were permanently settled in the region after the British ascendancy in Arakan. During the Pakistan Period the region was declared as a subdivision in 1951. After the liberation of Bangladesh, formerly Lama Subdivision including seven sub districts started its journey as a district in 18 April 1981.  The Geographical position of the district is between 21˚11’ to 22˚22’ North latitudes and between 92˚40’ to 92˚41’ east longitude. It is one of the most tourists’ attractive areas of Bangladesh. The highest peak of Bangladesh “Bijoy” is located in the region.

Bordered By: Bandarban District is bordered by Rangamati district to the north, Arakan (a state of Mayanmer) and the Naf River to the south, Indian Border and Rangamati district to the east, Chittagong and Cox’s Bazardistricts to the west.

Administration: The area of Bandarban is 4479.01 Sq Km. It is under Chittagong Division. There are two Municipalities in Bandarban named Lama and Bandarban. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Bandarban district is 07, named- Bandarban, Rawoangchari, Naikharchari, Alikadam, Ruma, Thanchi and Lama containing 30 Unions, 96 Mauzas and 1554 Villages.

Population: The total population of Bandarban district is 3,88,335 (Male- 2,03,350 and Female- 1,84,985). Sex ratio is 110:100, population density 87/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 2.64%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Bandarban district is 35.90% (Male- 40.30% and Female- 30.90%). School attendance rate is 44.50% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Improtant Data: The postal code of Bandarban district is 4600 and NWD Code is 0361. Total Parliament seat in Bandarban is 01. During the liberation war, Bandarban was under Sector Number 01. Urbanization rate of the district is 25.86%. The maximum temperature of the district is 34.6˚ C. and minimum 13˚ C. Average Rainfall 3031 mm.

Rivers: Matamuhari, Sangu, Rankhiang, Bak Khali etc.

Agro Products: Ginger, turmeric, sesame, cotton, pine apple, almonds, orange, banana, jack-fruit, lemon, tobacco, vegetables etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Bandarban District

Koarsha ong Marma, Mongsha Pru, Dr Mang Usha, Thoai Marma, Dr Prushanu Marma, U K Ching (Bir Bikram) etc.

Famous Tourist Attractions in Bandarban District

Bomang Royal Palace, Baktai and Pukura Para Cascade, Bijoy the Highest Peak of Bangladesh, Keokaradong Peak, Chimbuk Hill, Meghla Parjatan Complex, Nilachal, Nilgiri, Shoila Propat, Prantik Lake, Chimbuk, Boga Lake, Rijuk Fall, Keokradong, Tahjingdong, Shangu River, Golden Temple, Mirinja Parjatan, Upabon Parjatan etc.

Information of Pirojpur District

Pirojpur District, Bangladesh

Pirojpur district is located in the south- western part of Bangladesh. Most of the land of the region is low laying plane and 10 to 19 feet above from sea level. It is said that Pirojpur was named after Landlord Firoj Shah, the son of Shah Suja. At the first time the region was named “Firojpur” and by the passing of time the word Firojpur slowly muted to Pirojpur. During the East India company period, the pirojpur subdivision was formed in 1866. After the liberation of Bangladesh Pirojpur subdivision was upgraded into district in 01 March 1984. Peasant Rebellion (1757), Indigo Resistance movement etc are the remarkable chapters of the region. The Geo position of the district is between 22˚30’ to 22˚52’ North latitudes and between 89˚52’ to 90˚13’ east longitude.

Bordered By: Pirojpur District is bordered by Barisal and Gopalganjdistricts to the north, Barguna district to the south, Jhalokati and Barguna districts to the east, Bagerhat district and the Sundarban, the largest mangrove forest to the west.

Administration: The area of Pirojpur is 1277.80 Sq Km. It is under Barisal Division. There are 03 Municipalities in Pirojpur named Pirozpur, Nesarabad and Mothbaria. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Pirojpur district is 07, named- Pirojpur Sadar, Vandaria, Mathbaria, Zianagor, Nazirpur, Sharupkathi and Kaukhali containing 51 Unions, 390 Mauzas and 648 Villages. 

Population: The total population of Pirojpur district is 11,13,257 (Male- 548,228 and Female- 565,029), Sex ratio 97:100, Population Density 1439/Sq Km, annual growth rate is 0.02%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Pirojpur district is 64.90% (Male- 65.00% and Female- 64.70%). School attendance rate is 59.30% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Pirojpur district is 8500 and NWD Code is 0461. Total Parliament seat in Pirojpur is 04. During the liberation war, Pirojpur was under Sector Number 08 & 09. Urbanization rate of the district is 16.41% and distance from capital city Dhaka is 184 Km. Average rainfall of the region is 2240 mm.

Rivers: Gabkhan, Baleshwar, Damodar, Kocha, Pona, Kochakhali, Kaligonj, Sandha etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Sugarcane, Wheat, Guava, Banana, Coconut, Hog-plum, betel leaf, betel nuts etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Pirojpur District

 Poet Begum Sufia Kamal, Ahsan Habib (Poet), Moinur Ahsan Saber, Sayad Azizur Hoque(Poet), Tofazzal Hossain Manik Mia (Journalist), Moazzem Hossain, Biswajit Ghosh, Barister Moinul Hossain, Juwel Ice (Magician), Mawlana Abdur Rahim, Major General (Rtd.) Nurul Islam, Dr Khitish Chandra Mondol, Anower Hossain Monju (Politician), Leader Mahiuddin Ahmed, M. U. Ahmed, Manik Miah etc.

Tourist Attractions in Pirojpur District

Mothbaria Shapjora Kuthibari, Rayerkathi Royal Palace and Temple, Kumarkhali Kali Mandir, Two Domed Mosque (Nesarabad), Remnants of Kaurikhara Zamindarbari, Baleswar DC Park, Majherchar, Floating Vegetable Garden of Nazirpur, Guava Orchard of Nesharabad, Pathorghata Sea Beach etc.

Information of Patuakhali District

Patuakhali District, Bangladesh

Patuakhali district is located in the south- western coastal area of Bangladesh. The region was once under the the ancient kingdom of “Chandradip” and Kachua under Baufal upazila was the capital of the Chandradip. Due to natural calamities in very often on the coastal area and the frequent attacks of Magh pirates, the capital was transferred to Madhabpasha in Barisal. The forestry area of Chandradvipa was separated from Chandradip and marked as Bazuha (means protected region). In the last decade of the eighteenth century, a number of Buddhist Rakhains of Arakan settled at Rangabali Island, Khepupara and Kuakata regions. Since then human settlement began to grow in this region.

Patuakhali was a subdivision of the then Bakerganj district and upgraded into a district on 01 January 1969. The called name of the region is “Sagorkonnya” (the daughter of sea) because of locating the world famous Kuakata sea beach in the region. The Geo position of the district is 22˚19’60’’ North latitudes and 90˚19’60’’ east longitude.

Bordered By: Patuakhali District is bordered by Barisal district to the north, The Bay of Bengal and Barguna district to the south, Bhola districtand Tetulia River to the east, Barguna district to the west.

Administration: The area of Patuakhali is 3221.31 Sq Km. It is under Barisal Division. There are 05 Municipalities in Patuakhali named Patuakhali, Kalapara, Bawfal, Kuakata and Golachipa. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Patuakhali district is 08, named- Patuakhali, Mirzagonj, Bawfal, Golachipa, Kolapara, Dasmina, Dumki and Rangabali containing 71 Unions, 561 Mauzas and 878 Villages. 

Population: The total population of Patuakhali district is 15,35,854 (Male- 753,441 and Female- 782,413), Sex ratio 96:100, Population Density 1439/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.49%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Patuakhali district is 54.10% (Male- 56.20% and Female- 52.00%). School attendance rate is 56.80% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Patuakhali district is 8600 and NWD Code is 0441. Total Parliament seat in Patuakhali is 04. During the liberation war, Patuakhali was under Sector Number 09. Urbanization rate of the district is 13.14%.

Rivers: Tetulia, Lohalia, Agunmukha, Laukathi, Andharmanik, Payra, Bura, Gouranga, Lebukhali, Pangshia etc. All the rivers flow to the Bay of Bengal.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Betel-Nut, Coconut, Vegetables, Mango, Guava, Papaya, Orange, Pineapple etc.

Remarkable personalities from Patuakhali District

Rebal Satindranath Sen, Comrade Hiralal Das Gupta, Mustafa Mojid, Altaf Hossain Chowdhury (Politician), Sayad Ashraf Hossain, Advocate Shahjahan Mia (Politician), Abdul Karim Mia, Khandaker Abdul Khalek (Poet) etc.

Famous Tourist Places in Patuakhali District

Kuakata Sea Beach Called the Daughter of Sea, Kuakata Buddhist Temple, Rakhain Palli, Komol Rani Lake, Core of the Capital of Chandradip Kings, Doyamoye Debi Temple, Gurinda Mosque, Graveyard of Yearuddin Khalifa, Kalu Kha Mosque, Baruk Kha Bridge, Annar Killa, Patuakhali University of Science and Technology, Dasmina Kabiraj Bari Lake etc.

Information of Jhalokati District

Jhalokati District, Bangladesh

Jhalokati is a small district located in the southern coastal part of Bangladesh. It is not sure when the first human habitation introduced in the region but it is to be understood from the name that Kaibarta fishermen first introduced planting in the region in the most ancient period. Kaibarta fishermen were called Jhalo and their residential place was called Jhalopara. Most of the historians think that the name Jhalokati came from the word Jhalopara. Most of the people of then Jhalokati river port were Kaibarta that means fishermen.

The ancient name of the region was “Moharajganj.” Jhalokati was once called the “Second Calcatta” because of its commercial importance. The communication facilities of the region attracted the merchants of East India Company, Dutch, French etc and they established their trade centers in the region. Jhalokati subdivision was established in 1972 and was turned into a district in 1984 after the liberation of Bangladesh. The Geo position of the district is between 22˚25’ to 22˚49’ North latitudes and between 90˚58’ to 90˚18’ east longitude. Jhalokati is the residence of the maternal uncle of great poet Jibonanondo Das.

Bordered By: Jhalokati District is bordered by Barisal district to the north,Barguna district and the Biskhali River to the south, Barisal and Patuakhali district to the east and Pirojpur district to the west.

Administration: The area of Jhalokati is 706.76 Sq Km. It is under Barisal Division. There are two Municipalities in Jhalokati named Jhalokathi and Nalchiti. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Jhalokati district is 04, named- Jhalokathi Sadar, Nalchiti, Rajapur and Kathalia containing 32 Unions, 395 Mauzas and 455 Villages. 

Population: The total population of Jhalokati district is 682,669 (Male- 329,147 and Female- 353,522), sex ratio 93:100, population density 1439/Sq Km and annual growth rate is (-) 0.17%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Jhalokati district is 66.70% (Male- 67.60% and Female- 65.80%). School attendance rate is 63.30% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Improtant Data: The postal code of Jhalokati district is 8400 and NWD Code is 0498. Total Parliament seat in Jhalokati is 02. During the liberation war, Jhalokati was under Sector Number 09. Urbanization rate of the district is 16.41%.

Rivers: Biskhali, Sugondha, Gajalia, Khyara, Dhansiri etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Sugarcane, Banana, Pulse, Vegetables etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Jhalokati Distric

Kamini Roy (Poet), Santos Gupta, Abdul Goni Boyati, Shashanka Paul (Writer), Mawlana Mohammad Azizur Rahaman (Religious Personalities),  Abdul Hashem Boyati etc.

Famous Tourist Places in Jhalokati District

Suja Badsha Fort, Rajapur Saturia Royal Palace, Kirtipasha Royal Palace, Shidda Kathi Royal Palace, the residence of the maternal uncle of great poet Jibonanondo Das, Residence of Kamini Roy, Gabkhan Bridge, Dhansiri River, Galua Mosque, Nesarabad Complex, Ponabalia Temple,  etc.

Information of Bhola District

Bhola District, Bangladesh

Bhola is the largest and only one island district of Bangladesh located in the lower basin of Ganga River in the south- western part of Bangladesh. The island was formed in the estuary with the sediment carried by the three major rivers come down from Himalayan named Padma, Meghna and Brahmaputra. The region is average 12 feet above from the sea level. Approximately 1325 AD, the region was started to formed. According to Bakerganj Gazetier written by J C Jack, cultivation was started in the region in 1300 AD. In 1517 AD the island was occupied by a Portuguese pirate named John D. Silabera. The ancient name of the region was “south Shahbajpur”. There are not enough authentic documents about the naming of Bhola. Some historians think that Bhola was named after Bhola Gazi Patni, a boatman who ferried people in the formarly Betua River. During the East India Company period, Bhola sub-division was established in 1854 under Barisal district. It was upgraded to a district on 1 February 1984. Many people of the district, especially of Charfasson and Tazumuddin islands, lost their lives in a devastating cyclone and tidal bore in 1970.

Bordered By: Bhola District is bordered by Barisal and Lakshmipur district to the north, the Bay of Bengal to the south, Lakshmipur and Noakhalidistricts, the Meghna estuary and Shahbajpur Channel to the east,Patuakhali district and the Tetulia River to the west.

Administration: The area of Bhola is 3403.48 Sq Km. It is under Barisal Division. There are 05 Municipalities in Bhola named Bhola, Charfashion, Borhanuddin, Daulatkhan and Lalmohon. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Bhola district is 07, named- Bhola Sadar, Charfashion, Monopura, Lalmohon, Daulatkhan, Tazumaddin and Borhanuddin containing 68 Unions, 314 Mauzas and 438 Villages.

Population: The total population of Bhola district is 17,76,795 (Male- 884,069 and Female- 892,726), sex ratio 99:100, population density 522/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.42%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Bhola district is 43.30% (Male- 43.60% and Female- 42.90%). School attendance rate is 49.50% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Bhola district is 8300 and NWD Code is 0491. Total Parliament seat in Bhola is 04. During the liberation war, Bhola was under Sector Number 09. Urbanization rate of the district is 13.69%.

Rivers: Meghna, Tetulia, Ilsha, Boalia, Shahbajpur channel etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Potato, Onion, Garlic, Chilly, Peanuts, Mastered, Banana, Coconut, Betel Leaf, Betel Nut, Vegetables etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Bhola District

Birshresta Mostafa Kamal, Tofayal Ahmed (Politician), Mozammel Hoque (Poet), Dr Abul Hasan Shamsuddin (Educationist), Firoza Begum (Educationist) Naziur Rahaman Monjur (Politician), Dr Azhar Uddin Ahmad (Politician), Major (Rtd) Hafiz Uddin Bir Bikrom (Politician), Comorad Nalini Das (Politician), Mosharof Hossain Shajahan (Politician), Nasir Ahmed (Poet), Principal Afsar Uddin Babul, Principal Faruquar Rahaman, A K M Makbul Ahmed (Poet), M. Mokammel Haque (Bureaucrate), etc.

Famous Tourist attractions in Bhola District

Monpura, Bhola Shishu Park, Birsresta Mostafa Kamal Museum, Kheaghat Bridge, Bhorhanuddin helipad, Shabazpur Gas Field, Monopura Island, Graveyard of Tofayel Shah, Kobi Mozammel Hoque Gateway etc.

Information of Barisal District

Barisal District, Bangladesh

Barisal is located in the south- central part of Bangladesh. The ancient name of the region was “Chandradip.” The capital of the kingdom was Bakla founded by Danuj Madhab or Danuj Mardhan Dev. Formerly Bakerganj district was established in 1797. Later it was renamed as Barisal district. Barisal was declared a division on 1 January, 1993. The Geo position of the district is between 22˚42’ North latitudes and between 90˚22’ east longitude. Barisal is called the “Sassya Vander” (store of corns) of Bangladesh.

Bordered By: Barisal District is bordered by Madaripur, Shariatpur,Chandpur and a part of Lakshmipur district to the north, Patuakhali,Barguna and Jhalokati Districts to the south, Bhola and Lakshmipur districts to the east, Gopalganj, Pirojpur and Jhalokati districts to the west.

Administration: The area of Barisal District is 2784.52 Sq Km. It is also a Divisional Headquarter. There is a city corporation; 05 Municipalities in Barisal named Mehidigonj, Bakergonj, Muladi, Banaripara and Gaurnadi. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Barisal district is 10, named- Agailjhara, Gaurnadi, Babuganj, Bakerganj, Hizla, Mehendiganj, Barisal Sadar, Banaripara, Muladi and Wazirpur containing 85 Unions, 1001 Mauzas and 1116 Villages outside of metro area.

Population: The total population of Barisal district is 23,24,310 (Male- 11,37,210 and Female- 11,87,100), Sex ratio 96:100, Population Density 1439/Sq Km and annual growth rate is (-) 0.13%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Barisal district is 61.20% (Male- 61.90% and Female- 60.60%); school attendance rate is 59.60% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Barisal district is 8200 and NWD Code is 0431. Total Parliament seat in Barisal is 06. During the liberation war, Barisal was under Sector Number 08 & 09. Urbanization rate of the district is 22.33%. Annual rainfall of the region is 1955 mm.

Rivers: Meghna, Ilisha, Kittonkhola, Arial-Kha, Tetulia, Biskhali, Hisla, Bakerganj, Kaligira, Kalabador, Lohania, Sandha, Ramgonj, Gojalia etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Sugarcane, Onion, Guava, Betel Leave, Mango, Jack fruit, Banana, Vegetables, Oilseed etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Barisal District

Birshresta Mohiuddin Jahangir, Ashini Klumar Datta (Politician), Major Abdul Jalil, Sashivhusan Das Gupta (Poet), Abdul Jabbar Khan (Singer), Humayun Kabir (Writer), Abdul Gaffar Chowdhury (Writer and Journalist), Abu Jafor Obaidullah (Writer and Poet), Asad Chowdhury (Poet), Sarder Fazlul Karim (Writer), Sufia Kamal (Poet), Adi Kobi Minnath, Monosha Mongol Poet Bijoy Gupta, Mukunda Das (Poet), Abdur rahaman Biswas (Politician), Shere Bangla A. K. Fazlul Hoque (Politician), Altaf Mahmud (Music Director), Jibananda Das (Poet), Kushum Kumari Das (Poet), Abdul Rob Sherniabat (Politician), Golam Mostafa (Actor), Subarna Mostafa (Actress), Papia Sarwar (singer), Rejowana Chowdhury Bannya (Singer), Amrita Lal Day (Writer), Mithun Chakroborti (Indian Hero), Rashed Khan Menon (Politician) etc.

Famous Tourist Places in Barisal District

Brojomohan University College, Village of Sher-e-Bangla Chakher, Sher-e-Bangla Medical College, Durgasagor Lake, Oxford Mission Church, Ulania Royal Palace, Kittonkhola River, Subabad Fort, Shankor Temple, Jora Mosque, Sujabad Fort, Sangram Fort, Narikel Fort, Sher-e-Bangla Museum, The Bangabandhu Uddan (former Bell's Park), Shahid Abdur Rab Serniabat Bridge etc.

Information of Barguna District

Barguna District, Bangladesh

The region is located in the south- western part of Bangladesh. Barguna district is average 11 feet above from sea level. There are not enough authentic documents about the naming of Barguna district. Some historians think that once timber traders of northern part came here to buy timbers and they waited for favoring flow (Baro- Gone) of the river of Khakdon to overcome and consequently the region was named Baro-Gona. By the passing of age, Baro- Gona muted to Barguna.  Beside someone thinks that to dragging the boats against the mainstream of tide it was used “Gun.” So the region was named Barguna. Barguna police station was established in the last decade of the eighteenth century. It was upgraded into a sub-division in 1969 and finally the subdivision was turned into a district in 28 February 1984 after the liberation of Bangladesh. The Geo position of the district is between 21˚50’05’’ to 23˚04’10’’ North latitudes and between 89˚59’50’’ to 91˚04’08’’ east longitude.

Bordered By: Barguna District is bordered by Jhalokati, Barisal, Pirojpurand a part of Patuakhali district to the north, Patuakhali district and the Bay of Bengal to the south, Patuakhali district to the east, Pirojpur and Bagerhatdistricts to the west.

Administration: The area of Barguna is 1831.31 Sq Km. It is under Barisal Division. There are 04 Municipalities in Barguna named Barguna, Patharghata, Betagi and Amtoli. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Barguna district is 05, named- Barguna, Patharghata, Bamna, Betagi and Amtoli containing 42 Unions, 259 Mauzas and 562 Villages. 

Population: The total population of Barguna district is 892,781 (Male- 437,413 and Female- 455,368), sex ratio 96:100, population density 1439/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.50%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Barguna district is 57.60% (Male- 59.20% and Female- 56.10%). School attendance rate is 59.10% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Barguna district is 8700 and NWD Code is 0448. Total Parliament seat in Barguna is 02. During the liberation war, Barguna was under Sector Number 09. Urbanization rate of the district is 11.55%.

Rivers: Haringhata, Biskhali, Dhaleswar, Adhar-Manik, Cheghai, Burishar, Khakdon, Rajgonj etc.

Agro Products: Rice, winter crops, peas, pepper, potatoes, pumpkin, watermelon etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Barguna District

Prof. Sayad Fazlul Hoque, Shelina Hossain (Novelist), Motin Boiragi, Abdul Aziz Master, Dr Entaz Uddin, Delower Hossain Montu, Motiur Rahaman Talukder, Gazi Ali Ahmed etc.

Famous Tourist Places in Barguna District

Fatrar Char, Ashar Char, Haringhata Forest, Laldiar Char and Sea Beach, Mazhir Char, Sonbunia, Taltoli Rakhain Palli and Temple, Sonakata Forest, Donbunia, Mazhirchar, Khoyra Mosque, Samudra-Bilash, Bibichini Shahi Mosque etc.