About Satkhira District, Bangladesh

Satkhira District, Bangladesh

Satkhira district is located in the south western part of Bangladesh. Satkhira region was once a part of the ancient Banga Janapada. The previous name of Satkhira region was “Satgharia” (established by Zamindar Pran Nath Roy Chowdhury). During the permanent settlement, Bishnuram Chattergy, an official of Raja Krishna Chandra of Nadia, purchased Buran Pargana by auction in 1772 and settled Satgharia village. Prananath Roy Chowdhury, the son of Bishnuran Chattergy made remarkable development in the region. In 1781, most of the areas of Jessore, Faridpur and Khulna were brought under a single administration. But while peasant movement spread over the region against the oppressions of indigo planters and the local landlords in 1801, the British East India Company established a subdivision at Satgharia under Jessore district to control indigo revolt and to strengthen local administration in 1861. By this time “Satgharia” turned into “Satkhira” in the records of the British Company. After the liberation of Bangladesh, the subdivision was turned into a district in 1984. The Geo position of the district is between 21˚48’ to 22˚58’ North latitudes and between 88˚55’ to 89˚20’ east longitude.

How many Thana and Union in Satkhira District?

The area of Satkhira is 3817.29 Sq Km. It is under Khulna Division. There are two Municipalities in Satkhira named Satkhira and Kalaroa. The number of Thana in Satkhira district is 08, named- Satkhira, Kaligonj, Debhata, Tala, Ashasuni, Shyamnogor, Kalaroa and Patkelghata. There are 79 Unions, 916 Mauzas and 1440 Villages in Satkhira district

Why is Satkhira District Famous For?

Satkhira district is famous for rich historical folk-cultural tradition, faith and myth. Satkhira is also famous for huge amout of Shrimp and agro based production. 

Famous Persons from Satkhira District

Famous persons born in Satkhira district are- Md Wajed Ali (Writer and Journalist), Sheikh Lutfor Rahaman, Afjol Hossain, Golam Moinuddin, Khan Bahadur Ahsanullah, Land Lord Pran Nath Roy Chowdhury, King Haricharan Roy Chowdhury, Thaguredas Mukharjee (Writer), Khan Abdul Wali (Multi Linguist), Sheikh Abul Quashem (Politician), Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy (Politician), Kazi Samsur Rahaman, Shikander Abu Jafor (Poet), Tagore Das Mukhargee, Taja Prattyapadditta (Land Lord), Azizun Nesa Khatun (Writer), Abdul Hamid Gazi (Famous Tiger Hunter) etc.

Tourist Attractions in Satkhira District

Tourist attractions in Satkhira district are- Sundarban, Bura Kha Lake, Mandarbaria Sea Beach, Sapnabari, Mojaffar Garden and Resort, Dokkhin Talpotti, Shrine of Nalta, Shrine of Gunakarkati, Chaygharia Jora Shib Mondir, Raja Prattyapadditta Hammamkhana, Shamsundar Temple, Karimondir, Sonabaria Moth and Temple, Jahajghata, Tetulia Jame Mosque etc.

Satkhira District Bordered By-

Satkhira District is bordered by Jessore district to the north, The Bay of Bengal to the south, Khulna district to the east, 24 Pargana district of West Bengal (Indian State) to the west.

Satkhira District Population Data

The total population of Satkhira district is 21,96,582 (Male- 1093554 and Female- 11,02,936), sex ratio 98:100, population Density 574/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.90%.  The Literacy Rate of Satkhira district is 53.32% . School attendance rate is 61.23% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Rivers in Satkhira District

Rivers flow throughout Satkhira district are- Raymongol, Kalindi, Kakshiali, Kapotakkhya, Pangashia, Hariavanga, Maloncha, Betna, Harinvhanga, Betna, Chunar, Ishamoti etc.

Agro Products in Satkhira District

Agro products grow in plenty in Satkhira district are- Paddy, Jute, Sugarcane, Wheat, Potato, Mango, Mastered, Onion, Betel, Shrimp etc.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Satkhira district is 9400 and NWD Code is 0471. Total Parliament seat in Satkhira is 04. During the liberation war, Satkhira was under Sector Number 08 & 09. Urbanization rate of the district is 9.95%. The region is average 16 ft high on sea level.