Mymensingh District Information

Mymensingh District, Bangladesh

Mymensingh district is located in the northern part of Bangladesh. The previous name of the region is ‘`Nasirabad’’. In the Mughel period the region is called ‘Momensahi’ -named after saint Momensah (R). With the passing of age, it is called Mymensingh. It is called that Haor, Jungle and Buffalo horn formed the name of Mymensingh. The region is the place of history, tradition and literature. The Mymensingha Gitiaka (Ballads) collected by Dr Dinesh Chandra Sen from the region that represent a rich and valuable treasure of world literature. Fakir and Sannyashi Revolt (1722-1790), great flood (1787), famine (1788), earthquake (1897), Sadeshi Movement (1905) etc are the remarkable chapters of the region. Mymensingh is one of the oldest districts in Bangladesh. Mymensingh district is established in 01 May 1787 and it was divided into six districts named Tangail, Jamalpur, Mymensingh, Kishoreganj, Sherpur and Netrokona in 1984. The area of current Mymensingh district is 4394.57 Sq Km. It is the 5^Th largest district in Bangladesh and the largest district of Dhaka division. The Geo position of Mymensingh district is between 24˚02’31’’ to 25˚25’56’’ North latitudes and between 89˚39’ to 91˚15’35’’ east longitude.

Mymensingh District Bordered By-

Mymensingh District is bordered by Meghalaya (Indian State) to the north, Gazipur District to the south, Netrokona and Kishoreganj districts to the east, Tangail, Sherpur and Jamalpur districts to the west.

Administration: There are ten Municipalities in Mmymensingh district named Valuka, Gauripur, Muktagachha, Nandail, Fulbaria, Ishwarganj, Phulpur, Gaffargaon, Mymensingh Sadar and Trishal. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Mmymensingh district is 12, named- Mymonshing Sadar, Trishal, Gauripur, Muktagacha, Fulpur, Haluaghat, Valuka, Fulbari, Goforgaon, Ishargonj, Nandail and Dhobaura contain 146 Unions, 2137 Mauzas and 2692 Villages. 

Mymensingh District Population Data:

The total population of Mymensingh district is 60,97,814 (Male- 25,39,124 and Female- 25,71,148), sex ratio 99:100, Population Density 1388/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 1.20%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Mymensingh district is 74.08%, school attendance rate is 81.83% for 5 to 24 year age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Mymensingh district is 2200 and NWD Code is 091. Total Parliament seat in Mymensingh is 11. During the liberation war, Mymensingh was under Sector Number 11. Urbanization rate of the district is 15.62%.

Rivers: Old Brahamaputra, Banar, Dhanu, Kangsha, Jhenai, Dhaleshari, Mohari etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Wheat, Sugarcane, Pulse, Betel Leaf, Brinjal, cauliflower, Vegetables, Oil seeds etc.

Mymensingh District Famous For-

In administrative sense, Mymensingh district is 4^th position within 64. Mymensingh is historically famous for jute production. Beside it the district is famous for Bangladesh Agricultural University.

Remarkable Personalities from Mymensingh District

Jotimoy Guha Thagureda, (Educationist),  Joynul Abedin (Great Artist), Sayad Nazrul Islam (Politician), Anyanda Mohon Bashu (Educationist), Abul Kalam Samsuddin (Writer), Monsur Boyati( Singer), Anonda Mohon Basu (Social Worker and Politician), Abdul Jabber(Language Fighter), Fazlur Rahaman Khan ((Educationist), Sukumar Roy (Children Writer), Ali Jaker (Actor), Abul Monshur Ahmed (Writer and Politician) etc.

Famous Tourist Attractions in Mymensingh District

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Women Cadet College,  Collection of Joynul Abedin, Muktagacha Jamidar Bari, Nazrul Academy, Garo Hilltracts, Graveyard of Nizamuddin Aulia, Mymenshing Museum, Bijoypur, Anandamohan College, Kobi Nazrul University etc.

Narail District Information

Narail District, Bangladesh

Narail District is located in the south- western part of Bangladesh. The naming of Narail is debatable by historians. Some historians think that Narail was named after great saint Narial Fakir. Researcher S M Rais Uddin Ahmed thinks that the word Narail came from “Loreall.” It means who fight against enemies. During the period of Khan Jahan Ali (R) such Lorealls guard the border standing on the high end of the bank of border canals. Indigo Revolt (1859-1860), Peasant movement, Tebhaga movement (1946) etc are the remarkable chapters of the region. During the East India Company ruling period, Narail subdivision was established in 1861 under Jessore district. The administrative area of the region was reformed in many times. Finally 01 March 1984, Narail subdivision was upgraded into district. The Geo position of the district is between 23˚10’ North latitudes and between  89˚30’ east longitude.

Narail District Bordered By

Narail District is bordered by Magura district in the north, Khulna district in the south, Faridpur and Gopalganj district in the east, Jessore district in the west.

Administration: The area of Narail is 967.99 Sq Km. It is under Khulna Division. There are 03 Municipalities in Narail named Narail, Kalia and Lohagora. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Narail district is 03, named- Narail Sadar, Kalia and Lohagora containing 38 Unions, 406 Mauzas and 635 Villages. 

Narail District Population Data-

The total population of Narail district is 788,671, Sex ratio 94.70:100, Population Density 814.80/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.79%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Narail district is 74.66%, School attendance rate is 84.67% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Narail district is 7300 and NWD Code is 0481. Total Parliament seat in Narail is 02. During the liberation war, Narail was under Sector Number 08. Urbanization rate of the district is 15.57%. Narail district achieved liberation on 10 December 1971.

Rivers: Bhayarab, Kumar, Modhumoti, Kumar, Chitra, Nabagonga, Kajla etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Coconut, Betel, Betel Nut, Yam, Peanuts etc.

Narail District Famous For-

Narail district is the 2nd largest freedom fighter inhabited in Bangladesh. Nearly 2000 freedom -fighter took part in the liberation war in 1971. Currently Narail is famous for legendary cricketer Mashrafe Bin Mortaza

Remarkable Personalities from Narail District

S. M. Sultan (Painter), Sharif Khosruzzaman (Commander of Mujib Bahini), Mashrafe Bin Mortoza (Cricketer), Bijoy Sarkar (Folk singer), Nihar Ranjan Gupta (Writer), Kamal Das Gupta (Music Composer), Birsheresta Nur Mohammad Sheikh, Bodrun Nesa Abdullah, Sayad Nawsher Ali, Nihar Rangon Gupta(Novelist), Dr Mohendra Sarker (Philosopher), Uday Sanker (Famous Dancer), Pandit Rabi Sanker (Classical Musician), Lie- u- ten- ent Motiur Rahaman (Politician),  Dr Anower Hossain, Rabi Shanker (Dancer), Subash Chandra Bose, Moshlem Uddin Boyati   etc.

Famous Tourist Attractions in Narail District

Sultan Complex, Norail Palace, Bir Shresta Nur Mohammad Complex. Chitra Resort, Badhaghat, Niribily Picnic Spot, Arunima Eco Park, Kodomtola Mosque, Ghazir Dorgah at Noldi, Homestead of Raja Keshob Raay at Wazirpur, Radha Gobindo Mondir, Kalia Pilot High School, Narail Victoria College, Kalibari at Lokkhipasha, Motth at Borodia of Nishinathtola, Residance of  Nihar Ranjon Gupta, Narail Victoria College and Collegiate School (1858), Luxmipasha Adarsha Para  etc.

Narayanganj district Information

Narayanganj District, Bangladesh

Narayanganj is the second largest river port of Bangladesh and the district was named after Bicon Lal Panday who is also known as Luxmi Narayan Thagure. In 1766, he leased the region from British east India Company. It is popularly known as the Dandy of East due to presence of a number of jute mills and just 16 Km away from the capital city Dhaka. Sitalakkhya River is flowing through Narayanganj. Narayanganj Munacipality is formed in September 08, 1876 and adorned as a subdivision in 1947. Narayanganj is promoted as a district in February 15, 1984. The area of current Narayanganj District is about 684.37 Sq Km. The weather is fairly moderate and the summer and winter are in the interval in the region. The average temperature of the district is 17.5° F. The amount of the annual average rainfall is 183 CM. The Geo position of the district is between 23°34’ to 24°15' North Latitude and between 90°27' to 90°59' East Longitude.

Narayanganj District Bordered By-

Narayanganj district is bordered by Narsingdi and Brahmanbaria to the north, Munshiganj district to the south, Comilla district to the East and Dhaka district to the west. 

Administration: Narayanganj is recently promoted as a city corporation. The first Mayor of Narayanganj city corporation is Shelina Hayat Ivee. It has 05 Municipality named Shiddhirgonj, Kadamrasul, Tarabo, Kanchon, Sonargaon and 05 upazilla named Narayangonj Sadar, Bandar, Rupgonj, Araihazar and Sonargaon containing 41 unions, 619 Maujas, and 1204 village outside of city corporation.

Narayanganj District Population

The population of Narayanganj 40,35,461, sex ratio: 107:100, Annual Growth Rate 2.50% and Population density 5897/ Sq Km. 

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Narayanganj district is 79.24%, School Attendance rate is 83.47% for 5 to 24 years age group. There are 20 colleges (including 04 Govt colleges), 10 Higher secondary school, 126 High School (Including 02 Govt Schools), 13 Junior high School, 1425 Primary School including (425 Govt), 54 Madrasha, 01 Marine Institute and 04 Vocational Institute (including Govt- 02) in Narayanganj.

Additional Data: The postal code of Narayanganj is 2400 and NWD code 02. The number of parliament seat in the district is 02 and during liberation war, Narayanganj was under Sector No-02 & 03.

Rivers: Dhaleshari, Meghna, Shitalakha, Buriganga etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Wheat, Vegetables, Oil seeds, Mango, Guava, Banana etc.

Narayanganj District Famous For-

Narayanganj region is known as Dandee of the east from British period  for Jute industry. Now a days, thousands of industry such as garments, industrial area, small and medium factories plays a vital role in national economy. Well known ‘Jamdani sharees’ are made here. Besides, 20% of country's power is generated from Narayanganj area.

Remarkable Personalities from Narayanganj District

Hasan Hafiz (Poet), Joti Basu (Politician), General Shafiullah (Freedom Fighter & Politician), Shamim Osman (Politician), Shakib Khan (Film Actor), Mohammad Waly Faysal (Soccer Player), Jahangir Alam (Cricketer), etc.

 

Famous Tourist Attractions in Narayanganj District

Sonargaon, Hazigonj Fort, Kadam Rasul Dargah, Graveyard of Sultan Gias Uddin Azom Shah, Pach Bibi Mazar, Langolbondha, Narayanganj Riverport, Dockyard, Marine Academy, Adamjee EPZ, Sonakanda Fort, Mary-Enderson Floating Restaurant, Rashel Park of Murapara, Jinda Park of Rupgonj etc.

Narsingdi District Information

Narsingdi District, Bangladesh

Narsingdi Means Lion Man. The district is located in the central east region of Bangladesh. It is said that a king named Narasingha once ruled the region. In the early fifteenth century, the ancient king Narasingha established a small town named Narsinghpur in the west bank of the river Brahmaputra. Narsingdi is named after the king, by the passing of age. In the next, the region is included in Maheswardi Parganas. The Landlord of the region was Dewan Esha Kha. It was after the abolition of Zamindari, Narsingdi was included in Narayanganj sub-division as a police station under Dhaka district. In 1977, Narsingdi is promoted as a subdivision of Dhaka district. In January 1984, Narsingdi started its journey as a district under Dhaka Division. The area of Narsingdi district is 1150.14 Sq Km. During the civil movement in 1969, three persons killed and many wounded when police openly fired in a procession against the formerly government of East Pakistan nearby the Hatirdia Bazaar (Monohordi) on 29 December. The Geo position of the district is 23°46 to 24°14' North Latitude and 90°35' to 90°60' East Longitude.

Narsingdi District Bordered By-

Narsingdi district is bordered by Kishoreganj District to the North, Narayanganj district to the south, Brhamanbaria district to the east and Gazipur district to the west.

Administration: It has 06 Municipality named Madhabdi, Norshingdi, Shibpur, Ghorashal, Roypura and Monohordi and also 06 upazilla nemed Narshingdi, Monohardi, Belabo, Raypur, Shibpur and Polash containing 70 Unions, 598 Mauzas and 1048 Villages.

Narsingdi District Population Data

As per last census final report, The population of Narsingdi is 25,84,452, Sex ratio 99:100. Annual Growth rate is 1.30% and Population density 2247/Sq Km.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Narsingdi is 74.81%,, School Attendance rate is 79.61% for 5 to 24 years age group. 

Additional Data: The postal code of Narsingdi is 1600 and NWD code 02. The number of parliament seat in the district is 05 and during liberation war, Narsingdi was under Sector No-03. It is 57 Km away from the Capital city Dhaka by road and 55 Km by rail. 

Rivers: Meghna, Shitalakha, Old Brhamaputra, Arial Kha, Paharia, Haridoa etc.

Agro Products: Banana, Paddy, Jute, pulse, Sugarcane, Oil seeds, Vegetable, Jack fruit, Mango, Papaya, Pineapple, Guava etc.

Narsingdi district Famous For-

Narsingdi is specially famous for Loom & textile industry. Baburhat, located in Narsingdi called the 'Manchester of Bangladesh. The district is also famous for Muslin fabric, which has a long history and is highly valued for its fine quality. one can explore local markets and handloom factories to witness the intricate weaving process and purchase exquisite textile items.

Remarkable Personalities from Narsingdi District

Birshresta Motiur Rahaman, Samsur Rahaman (Poet), Sundar Ali Gandhi (Politician), Kabiraj Lalitamohon Das, Poet Disdas, Satis Pakrashi (Politician), Kamini Kishor Mallik, Bijoy Chattargy, Harial Acharja (Poet), Moulavi Shekendar Ali, Ahmedul Kabir, Satis Pakrashi, Dr Alauddin Al Azad, Apel Mahmud (Music Composer), Vhai Girish Chandra Sen, Sir K G Gupta (First Bangali ICS),  etc.

 

Tourist Attractions in Narsingdi District

Sonaimore benodon park, Wari-Bateshwar, Dream Holiday Park, Graveyard of Shaheed Asad (Hero of 1969), Sonaimuri Tek, Ashrfpur Mosque, Belab Bazar Mosque, Home of Vhai Girish Chandra Sen, Shah Irani Mazar, Ghorashal Fertilizer Factory, Asham Rajar Garh etc.