Bandarban District Information

Map 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 latitudesand 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 Bazar districts 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.

Barisal District Information

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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.

Bhola District Information

Map 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 Noakhali districts, 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.

Bogra District Information

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Bogra District, Bangladesh

Bogra is an ancient district and the gateway to entrance in the northern part of Bangladesh. In the primitive history of mythology, Bogra has occupied an important role. The previous name of the region was �Pundabardhan�. The ancient capital of Pundra dynasty named Pundrabardhan is the current Bogra. During the 4^Th to 12^Th century the administrative centre point of the ancient dynasties of Maurja, Gupta, Paul, Sen etc were in the region. Bogra came under the Muslim rule when Ikhtiar Uddin Muhammad Bakhtiyar Khilji conquered Nadia in 1204. During 1279- 1282 AD, Sultan Nasiruddin Bagra Khan, the second son of Sultan Ghiyasuddin Balban who was the emperor of Delhi became the ruler of the region. Bogra was named after him. The anti British movement, Fakir-Sannyasi movement, the Indigo Rebellion etc are the remarkable chapters of the region. During the British East India Company period, Bogra district was established containing 9 police stations in 1821. After the liberation of Bangladesh, Bogra district was divided into two districts named Bogra and Joypurhat in 1983.

Bordered By: Bogra District is bordered by Gaibandha and Joypurhatdistricts to the north, Sirajganj and Natore districts to the south, Jamalpurdistrict and the Jamuna River to the east, Naogaon and Natore district to the west.

Administration: The area of Bogra is 2898.68 Sq Km. It is under Rajshahi Division. There are 11 Municipalities in Bogra named Dhunat, Kahaloo, Santahar, Sherpur, Dhubchancia, Nandigram, Bogra, Shibganj, Gabtali, Sariakandi and Sonatala. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Bogra district is 12, named- Bogra Sadar, Dhupchia, Adamdighi, Shibgonj, Dhunat, Shariakandi, Sonatola, Nondigram, Gabtali, Kahalu, Sherpur and Mazhira containing 110 Unions, 1613 Mauzas and 2618 Villages. 

Population: The total population of Bogra district is 34,00,874 (Male- 17,08,806 and Female- 16,92,068). Sex ratio is 101:100, population density 1173/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 1.20%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Bogra district is 49.40% (Male- 52.90% and Female- 45.90%). School attendance rate is 53.70% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Bogra district is 6600 and NWD Code is 051. Total Parliament seat in Bogra is 07. During the liberation war, Bogra was under Sector Number 07. Urbanization rate of the district is 19.71%.

Rivers: Jamuna, Kartoa, Nagor, Bangali, Halhalia, Dakuria, Belai, Gazaria, Chandraboti, Manash, Iramoti, Velka etc.

Agro Products: Sugarcane, Tobacco, Paddy, Jute, Vegetables etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Bogra District

Major Ziaur Ziaur Rahaman( Politician), Noresh Chandra Sen Gupta, Bulbul Chowdhury, Akhtaruzzaman Ilias (Writer), Sadot Ali Akhondo (Literate Personality), Azizul Hoque (Poet), Enamul Hoque (Writer), Lutfar Rahaman Sarker, Sayad Anower Hossain, Chowdhury Mohammad Ali (Politician), Aminul Karim Dulal (Fine Artist), Anjuma Ara Begum (Singer), Khandaker Faruque Ahmed, Gaziul Hoque (Language Fighter), M. R. Akhter Mukul etc.

Famous Tourist Attractions in Bogra District

Nawabbari, Kherua Mosque, Mohastangor, Shila Debir Hat, Behula � Luxindor er Bashor Ghor, Vasu Bihar, Bhabani Temple, Graveyard of Shah Sultan Balkhi (R), Bhabanipur Shib Mondir Kherua Mosque in Sherpur, Mohammad Ali Palace, Groan Barrage in Sariakandi, Wonderland etc.

Barguna District Information

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, Pirojpur and 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 Bagerhat districts 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.

Brahmanbaria District Information

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 and Habiganj 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.