Shariatpur District Information

Shariatpur District, Bangladesh

The previous name of the region was Indrakpur Pargana. In the ancient age the region was under “Banga State”. As per the book named “Raghubansha” written by poet Kalidas, almost all the civilians then used boat and even in war. It is a matter of proud for Shariatpur that the two regions named Idilpur and Kedarpur once ruled by Buddhist emperor and they enriched the region much. During the Mughal era, the region was not conquered even the period of mighty emperor Akbar. Then the region was ruled by some local Muslim and Hindu landlords who were called Baro Bhuyan. Kedarpur under Naria sub- district then ruled by Bhuyan Chand Roy and Kedar Roy. In many times Mughal emporer Akbar from Delhi sent powerful force of soldiers to conquer the region but failed due to rough communication system and a strong network of rivers. However, during the period of his son named Jahangir (1608- 1613), the region was conquered at last by Islam Kha, the Govornor of then Bengal. From then, the Mughal ruled was continued over the region before the collapse. During the British East India period the region firstly included with Dhaka and then Faridpur in 1807. Then Shariatpur was a part of greater Bikrampur. Due to administrative advantage the region was included in Bakerganj (current Barisal) in 1869. But facing movement of the civilians the region was included in Madaripur Subdivision under Faridpur District in 1873. After the liberation of Bangladesh, the formerly government (1976) decided to form a new sub division in the east part of Madaripur and named Shariatpur after the name of Hazi Shariatullah (1781-1840) who was the chief of Farayazi movement born in the region.  The decision was first broadcasted in radio in 10 August 1977. In the same year, the called subdivision was inaugurated in November 3. Finally the region was decelerated as a district in 7 March 1983 and started its journey in 1 March 1984 as a district under Dhaka division. The area of Shariatpur district is 1174.05 Sq Km. The Geo position of the district is between 23˚01’ to 23˚27’ North latitudes and between 90˚13’ to 90˚36’ east longitude.

Shariatpur District Bordered By

 Shariatpur District is bordered by Munshiganj district to the north, Barisal district to the south, Chandpur district to the east and Madaripur district to the west.

Administration: There are 05 Municipalities in Shariatpur district named Shariatpur, Damudda, Vadorgonj, Naria and Jagira. The number of Upazilla (sub- district) in Shariatpur district is 06, named- Shariatpur Sadar, Damudda, Vedorgonj, Jagira, Goshairhat and Naria containing 65 Unions, 556 Mauzas and 1254 Villages. 

Shariatpur District Population Data

The total population of Shariatpur district is 12,94,562 (Male- 6,21,506 and Female- 6,73,005). Population Density 1103/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 1.00%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Shariatpur district is 72.90% and School attendance rate is 73.20% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Shariatpur district is 8000 and NWD Code is 0601. Total Parliament seat in Shariatpur is 03. During the liberation war, Shariatpur was under Sector Number 02 & 08. Urbanization rate of the district is 11.34% and annual average rainfall in the region is 2105 mm.

Rivers: Padma, Meghna, Kirtinasha, Palong, Damudia, Arial Kha etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Wheat, Yam, Onion, Garlic, Tomato, Oil seeds, Vegetable, Mango, Banana, Wood Apple, Black Berry etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Shariatpur District

Hazi Shariatullh (Social Worker), Shiraj Shikder (Politician), Atul Proshad Sen (Singer and Composer), Abu Ishak (Writer), Dr Golam Mawla (Language Fighter), Abdul Alim (Singer), Hazi Nayon Sharif Sarkar (Former Vice President Of All India Congress Party) Abdur Razzak (Politician), Master Mujibur Rahaman (Politician), Dr A K Jalil, Dr Khaled Sawkot Ali, Colonel (Rtd) Shawkot Ali (Politician) etc.

Historical BUTP High School

  

Tourist Attractions in Shariatpur District

Home of Hazi Shariatullah, Chikondi Munshef Court, Beparipara Jame Mosque, Burir Hat Mosque, Fatehjongpur Fort, Haturia Royal Palace, Kartikpur Royal Palace, Shakhipur Ananda Bazar Dam, Kedarbari, Sureshwar Darbar Sharif, M.A. Reza collage, Bhedargonj upzala Premise, Mahishar Lake, Darghabari Lake, Dhanukar Monosha Bari, Tinu Tagore House Kali Mondir, Kirtinasha Fort, Vojeswarer Paul Bari, Padama River's Islands, Circuit House, Pachani Paler Bari, Agaroani Paler Bari, Kodal Pur Darbar Sharif, Shariatpur-Chandpur Ferry Ghat, Krokir Char Primary School, BUTP high School -Upashi, Premtala BISIC Industrial Area etc.

Sherpur District Information

Sherpur District, Bangladesh

Sherpur district is located in the central part of Bangladesh. In the ancient time, the region was a part of the kingdom of the Kamrupa. During the period of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, this area was called “Dash Kahania Baju”. During the Nababi period, the region is conquered by Nawab Sher Ali Gazi and established an independent region. Dash Kahania Pargana was named Sherpur after Sher Ali Gazi, the last landlord of the Gazi dynasty. During the Jamidary period, Sherpur Municipality was established in 1869. Fakir-Sannyasi Revolts (1914 and 1917), the communists revolted (1838-1848), devastating earth quack (1897) are the remarkable chapters of the region. During the British and Pakistan period the region was named Sherpur Circle. After the liberation of Bangladesh, Bangbandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman, the founder of Bangladesh declared Sherpur as the 61^st district of Bangladesh. But after the political suspension, Major Ziaur Rahaman formerly president declared Sherpur as a Mahakuma (Sub division) in 1979. Finally 22 February 1984, president Ershad adorned Sherpur as a district and 05 police station of the district was upgraded as sub- district. The area of Sherpur district is 1364.67 Sq Km. The Geo position of the district is between 25˚18’24’’ to 24˚52’09’’ North latitudes and between 90˚18’26’’ to 89˚52’56’’ east longitude.

Sherpur District Bordered By

Sherpur District is bordered by Meghalaya district (India) to the north, Jamalpur and a part of Mymenshigh district to the south, Mymensingh District to the east and Jamalpur district to the west.

Administration: There are 04 Municipalities in Sherpur named Nalitabari, Sherpur, Sreebardi and Nokla. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Sherpur district is 05, named- Sherpur Sadar, Nalitabari, Shribordi, Nokla and Zhinaigati containing 52 Unions, 434 Mauzas and 695 Villages. 

Sherpur District Population Data

The population of Sherpur district is 15,01,853. (Male- 7,32,433 and Female- 7,68,856).  Population Density 1138/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.84%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Sherpur district is 63.57% School attendance rate is 53.20% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Sherpur district is 2100 and NWD Code is 0931. Total Parliament seat in Sherpur is 03. During the liberation war, Sherpur was under Sector Number 11. Urbanization rate of the district is 13.85%.

Rivers: Kongsha, Old Bharhamaputra, Vogai, Batai, Kangsha, Shomeshari, Moharashahi, Malijhi, Netai etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Sugarcane, Wheat, Peanuts, Rice, Oil Seeds, Corn, Potato, Pepper, Mango etc.

Remarkable Personalities from Sherpur District

Sher Ali Gazi, Comrade Rabi Neogi, Sayad Abdus Sultan (Politician), Prof. Muslim Uddin, Abdullah Al Mamun (Play Personality), Hazrat Shah Kamal (R), Abul Quashem (Language Fighter), Bazlur Rahaman (Journalist), Begum Motia Chowdhuri (Politician) etc.

Tourist Attractions in Sherpur District

Shribordi Sand Premise, Modhutila Eco Park, Shrine of Sher Ali Gazi (R), Baro Duari Mosque, Panihata Lake, Gojani Hill, Sutanali Lake, Shrine of Shah Kamal (R), Natmondir, Ghagra Loskor Khan Mosque, Barduary Mosque, Mai Shaheba Jame Mosque, Shrine of Jarip Shah (R), Annapurna Temple, Raghunath Temple etc.

Sirajganj District Information

Sirajganj District, Bangladesh

Sirajganj district is located in the northern part of Bangladesh. The historic Salanga genocide took place in the region in 1922. Many people were killed and a number of wounded when police opened fire on an assemblage of people gathered at Salanga Hat as a part of the Khelafat and non co-operation movement against British Company under the leadership of Maulana Abdur Rashid Tarkabagish. Besides All India Muslim League Conference (1942), Brahmo Samaj convention (1928), All India Congress Party conference (1924) etc are the remarkable chapters of the region. During the War of Liberation a great battle was fought between the freedom fighters and the Pakistani army in Tarash upazila on Naogaon in which the Pakistani army was defeated and about 150 members were killed. During 11 to 14 December another battle was fought between the enemy army and the heroic freedom fighters at Shailabari in which Pakistani army was defeated also. Sirajganj achieved liberation in 14 December 1971. Sirajganj subdivision was established in 1845 during the British East India Company period and was a part of Pabna district. It was turned into a district in 1984. The Geo position of the district is between 24˚00’ to 24˚40’ North latitudes and between 89˚20’ to 89˚50’ east longitude.

Sirajganj District Bordered By

Sirajganj District is bordered by Bogra district to the north, Pabna district to the south, Jamalpur and Tangail district to the east, Natore, Bogra and a part of Pabna district to the west.

Administration: The area of Sirajganj is 2402.05 Sq Km. It is under Rajshahi Division. There are 06 Municipalities in Sirajganj named Ullapara, Sahjadpur, Shirajgonj, Belkuchi, Royganj and Kazipur. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Sirajganj district is 09, named- Shirajgonj Sadar, Raygonj, Ullapara, Chauhali, Kazipur, Kamarkhanda, Tarash, Belkuchi and Sahajadpur containing 82 Unions, 1300 Mauzas and 2016 Villages. 

Population data of Sirajganj District

The total population of Sirajganj district is 34,30,443, Population Density 1428/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.56%.

Literacy: The Literacy Rate of Sirajganj district is 69.48% School attendance rate is 59% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Sirajganj district is 6700 and NWD Code is 0751. Total Parliament seat in Sirajganj is 06. During the liberation war, Sirajganj was under Sector Number 07. Urbanization rate of the district is 14.09%. Average rainfall of the region is 1610 mm.

Rivers: Jamuna, Kartoa, Boral, Ishamoti, Fuljora etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Sugarcane, Onion, Garlic, Potato, Yam, Peanuts, Chilly, Mastered etc.

Famous Personalities from Sirajganj District

Abdur Rashid Tarkabagaish, Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani (Politician), Dr Abdul Mannan, (Educationist), Mohadeb Saha (Poet), Shiraj Ali Chowdhury (Land Lord), Esan Chandra Roy (Farmer Rebal Leader), Rajani Kanta Sen (Poet), Jadeb Chandra Chakraborti (Mathematician), Ismail Hossain Sheraji (Poet), Captain M. Munsur Ali (Politician), M. A. Matin (Businessman), Prof.Dr.M.A.Mannan( Islamic Personality), Nazibur Rahaman (Writer), Mohammad Barketullah (Writer), Fazle Lohani, Abdullah Al Muti (Scientist), Suchitra Sen (Actress), Mohammad Nasim (Politician)  etc.

Tourist Attractions in Sirajganj District

Jamuna Multipurpose Bridge, Elieot Bridge, Shahjadpur Kuthibari, Rabindra Kacharibari, Khaja Younous Ali Medical College, Milk vita Plant, Eco park, Baghabari Power Plant, Shah Mokhdum Mosque, Milkvita Plant, House of Jadeb Chakraborti and Ismail Hossain Shiraji, Graveyard of Hazrat Enayatpuri (R), Graveyard of Shah Sharif Jindapir  (R), Joy Sagor, Noboratna Temple  etc.