About Feni District, Bangladesh

Feni is a small district located in the south- eastern part of Bangladesh. The previous meme of the region was “Samsernagor.” During the British East India Company Period, it was a sub district under Chittagong district. Then it was included in Noakhali district. After the liberation Feni started its journey as a district on 15 February 1984.

Feni District Bordered By-

Feni District is bordered by Comilla district and Tripura (Indian State) to the north, Chittagong district and the Bay of Bengal to the south, Tripura (Indian State) and Chittagong district to the east, NoakhaliDistrict to the west.

Administration: The area of Feni District is 990.36 Sq Km. It is under Chittagong Division. There are 05 Municipalities in Feni named Feni, Dagonvhuyan, Sonagazi, Chagolnaya and Pashuram. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Feni district is 06, named- Feni, Sonagazi, Chagolnaya, Porshuram, Fulgazi and Dagonvhuyan containing 43 Unions, 497 Mauzas and 553 Villages. 

Feni District Population Data

The total population of Feni district is 16,97,379 (Male- 780,436 and Female- 868,416). Sex ratio is 93:100, Population Density 1714/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 1.10%. The Literacy Rate of Feni district is 80.79%, School attendance rate is 84.60% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Feni district is 3900 and NWD Code is 0331. Total Parliament seat in Feni is 03. During the liberation war, Feni was under Sector Number 02. Urbanization rate of the district is 20.44%.

Rivers: Feni, Little Feni, Mahuri, Dakatia, Selonai etc.

Agro Products: Potato, Paddy, Jute, Wheat, Mango, Sugarcane, Jack Fruit, Coconut, Pulse etc.

Feni District Famous For-

Feni district has strategic importance in Bangladesh geography. Feni district is famous for natural viewpoint. Khondol Sweets, a traditional sweetmeat eaten in this region. 

Remarkable personalities from Feni District

Shah Syed Amir Uddin Pagla Miah/Baba( R) (regarded as founder of feni), Saint Mamu Fakir (R),Begum Khaleda Zia (former Prime Minister), Sir A. F. Rahman (the first Muslim Vice Chancellor of Dhaka University), Prof. A.K. Azad Chowdhury (Former Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka University and present Chairman of UGC), Dr. Mustafa Chowdhury (former Public Service Commission Chairman), Prof. Ahmed Shafee (Vice-Chancellor of East West University), Former Politician and Businessman Mowlana Abdul Wadud, Abdul Awal Mintu, Saber Hossen Chowdhury, Mosarraf Hossen, Economist Abu Ahammed, Abdus Salam (editor), Obaidul Haque, Johur Hossain Chaudhury, A. B. M. Musa, Gias Kamal Chowdhury, Iqbal Sobhan Chowdury, Iqbal Bahar Chowdhury, National press club president Kamal Uddin Sobuj, Columnist Masud Majumder, Former FBCCI President and Founder Chairman of North South University M A Kashem, Novelists Shahidullah Kaiser and Jahir Raihan, Renowned actor Shomi Kaisar, Language martyr Abdus Salam, martyred intellectuals during the war of liberation Selina Parvin, Playwrights Selim Al-din, Gias Uddin Selim, Freedom fighter:A.B.M. Bahar etc.

Tourist Attractions in Feni District

Hatia Island, Graveyard of St. Pagla Mia, Muhuri Barrage, Sarsadi Mosque and Fort, Sasam gazi Fort and Armoury, Kachar Bari of Tripura Moharaza, Bijoy Sing Lake, Rajazhi Lake, Lalpur and Shuvapur Fort, BRRI, Feni Academy etc. 

 

About Gaibandha District, Bangladesh

About Gaibandha District, Bangladesh

Gaibandha district is located in the right bank of Brahmaputra River, the northern part of Bangladesh. Once, the region was a part of Mourza, Paul, Gupta, Kamrupa and many other kingdoms at different times. Anti British movement (1921), Tebhaga Movement (1946), Fakir- Sannayse Revolt, Peasant Movement (1956) etc are the remarkable chapters of the region. According to “The geography of Bangladesh” written by Harun –Or- Rashid, we can guess that once the region was mostly watery area. The previous name of the region was “Bhabanigonj”. During the British East India Company period, Bhabaniganj subdivision under Patiladah Parganah was shifted to 12 Km west in the region King Bhirat called the grazing field named Gaibandha in 1875 due to serious erosion of Brahmaputra river. After the liberation of Bangladesh, Gaibandha subdivision was upgraded into District in 15 February 1984. The Geo position of the district is between 25˚30’ to 25˚39’ North latitudes and between 89˚12’ to 89˚42’ east longitude.

Gaibandha District Bordered By-

Gaibandha District is bordered by Rangpur and Kurigram districts to the north, Bogra district to the south, Jamalpur and Kurigram districts and the Brahmaputra River to the east, Rangpur and Dinajpur districts to the west.

Administration: The area of Gaibandha is 2114.77 Sq Km. It is under Rangpur Division. There are 03 Municipalities in Gaibandha named Gobindaganj, Sundarganj and Gaibandha. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Gaibandha district is 07, named- Gaibandha Sadar, Shadhurampur, Gobindagonj, Sundargonj, Saghata, Fulbari and Polashbari containing 82 Unions, 1064 Mauzas and 1250 Villages. 

Gaibandha District Population Data

The total population of Gaibandha district is 25,62,233 (Male- 12,41,113 and Female- 13,20,967), sex ratio 98:100, population density 1212/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.66%. The Literacy Rate of Gaibandha district is 74.48%,  School attendance rate is 81.70% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Gaibandha district is 5700 and NWD Code is 0541. Total Parliament seat in Gaibandha is 05. During the liberation war, Gaibandha was under Sector Number 06 & 11. Urbanization rate of the district is 08.85%.

Rivers: Brahammyaputra, Jamuna, Teesta, Kortoa, Katakhali, Ghagot, Manos, Bangali etc. Total rivers length of Gaibandha region is 107.71 Km.

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

Gaibandha District Famous for-

Gaibandha district has rich historical background. Abdul Hamid, the first speaker in Bangladesh parliament born in Gaibandha. the region is famous for agricultural products. Nalanda Palace, Bardhan Kuthi located in Gaibandha.

Remarkable Personalities from Gaibandha District

Akhtaruzzaman Ilias (Writer), Abul Hasan Samsuddin (Writer), Samsul Haque (Writer), Khan Bahadur Abdul Mojid, Hamid Uddin Kha, T I M Nurun Nabi Chowdhury (First Muslim ICS), Abu Hossain Sarker (Politician), Shiraj Uddin Ahmed (Deputy speaker of formerly East Pakistan), Shah Abdul Hamid (First Speaker of Ganaparishad), Poet Saker Mahmud, Poet Haris Chandra,  Samsul Hoque, Tulshi Lahiri, Abdul Hafiz, Gobinda Lal Das, Golam Kibria Panu, Abu Hossain Sarker (chief minister of East Pakistan), Tulsi Lahiri, Dr. Md. Shahidul Islam (Ex- DG, BARI), Cook Lonny, Cook Mahfuz etc.

Tourist Attractions in Gaibandha District

Chowdhury Tokiz, Pourashava Bhaban, Bashashi Ghat, Core of the Capital of King Birot, Pirer Hat Mazar, Kantagir Temple, Shrine of Ghager Bazar, Gaibandha Municipality park, Ghaghot River bank etc.

About Gazipur District, Bangladesh

Gazipur District is located at just north of capital city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. The previous name of the region is “Joydebpur”. Once, the region was under the deep jungle of Vowal Pargana (Sub- Division). Gazipur district is one of the ancient and historical region with hundreds years old tradition. Sakeswar Monument of emperor Ashok period, Dardia fort of Mourja period, Buddhist Monastery of the king Dhol Samudra reminds us the history of 2500 years ago. The first Bengali dictionary and grammar and the first printed book of prose (1733) was written by Portugal priests in the region. Besides the best Muslin (very thin fabrics) of the country was produced in Titbati village in Kapashia that was very popular throughout the world. During the liberation war, first armed defence was introduced from the region in 19 March. There are 19 KPI, 05 universities, the one and only High- Tech Park of the country and a number of government, semi government and private offices and industries. The large portion of garments industries of the country established in the region. The 2^Nd largest Muslims gathering called ‘Bishaw Istema’ held in the district in the bank of the river Turag. The Geo position of Gazipur district is between 23˚53’ to 24˚20’ North latitudes and between 90˚9’ to 90˚42’ east longitude. The current Gazipur district is formed in 01 March 1984 under Dhaka Division.

Gazipur District Bordered By-

Gazipur District is bordered by Kishoreganj and a part of Mymensingh district to the north, Dhaka and Narayanganj districts to the south, Kishoreganj and Narsingdi districts to the east, Dhaka and Tangail districts to the west.

Administration: The area of current Gazipur district is 1806.36 Sq Km. There is a city corporation; 04 Municipalities in Gazipur named Tongi, Sreepur, Kaliganj and Kaliakuir. The number of Upazilla (sub- district) in Gazipur district is 05, named- Gazipur Sadar, Sreepur, Kalikuir, Kapashia and Kaligonj containing 44 Unions, 715 Mauzas and 1,114 Villages. 

Gazipur District Population Data

The total population of Gazipur district is 52,63,450 (Male- 27,36,940 and Female- 25,26,038), sex ratio 108:100, population density 2914/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 4.00%. The Literacy Rate of Gazipur district is 81.42%, School attendance rate is 89.30% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Gazipur district is 1700 and NWD Code is 02. Total Parliament seat in Gazipur is 05. During the liberation war, Gazipur was under Sector Number 03. Urbanization rate of the district is 30.48%. Total forest area in the region is 273.42 Sq Km.

Rivers: Lablong, Brahmaputra, Paruli, Turag, Suti, Goali, Banar, Balu, Chelai, Bangshi, Shitalakha etc.

Agro Products: Potato, Paddy, Jute, Oilseed, sugarcane, cotton, bamboo, jack fruit, Papaya etc.

Gazipur District Famous For-

Gazipur district has strong historical background. Now the district is a industry dense region, in sort the backbone of Bangladeshi economy. Our first prime minister Taz-Uddin Ahmed born in Gazipur. Gazipur is famous for Vowal National Park and Safari Park.

Remarkable Personalities from Gazipur District

Gobinda Chandra Das (Poet), Dr Meghnad Saha (Scientist) Abu Jafor Samsuddin (Journalist and Writer), Tajuddin Ahmed (Politician), Prof. Dr Ekhlash Uddin, Dr Ajit Kumar Saha (Researcher), Mohammad Nurul Islam Vowalratna, Landlord Norendra Narayan Roy Chowdhury (Founder of Baldha Garden, Dhaka) Ahsan Ullah Master (Politician), Mr Kazi Mozammel Hoque (Freedom Fighter and Politician), Shahid (Martyr) Hurmat Ali, Romesh Chandra Mazumdar (Historian), Moyaj Uddin Ahmed (Freedom Fighter) Rajanikant Barman (Footballer) etc.

 

Tourist Attractions in Gazipur District

Nuhash Palli of great legend Humayun Ahmed, Tongi Industrial Area, BRRI, Nakkhatra Bari, Saint Nikolas Church,  National University, Sreefaltali Royal Palace, Vawal Royal Palace, Vawal National Park, Nondon Park, Fantasy Kingdom, Kalinarayana Temple, Jagroto Chaurangi Muktijodha Monument, Machine Tools Factory, Open University, Ansar Academy, Arms Factory, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University, Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET) etc.

About Gopalganj District, Bangladesh

Gopalganj district is located in the south central part of Bangladesh. The district has a rich historical heritage. The region was under Banga State in ancient time. Gopalganj was named after Naba Gopal, the grandson of Rashmoni of Khatra landlord.  The battle of Babur vs Nusrat Shah, Fakir-sannyasi movement, anti British movement, the mass upsurge of 1969 are the remarkable chapters of the region. During the British East India period, Gopalganj was upgraded into a police station by referring Calcutta gazette in 1872 under Madaripur sub division. In 1909, Gopalganj was adorned as a subdivision under Faridpur district. Then Tungipara was included in Gopalganj sadar sub district. Gopalganj city was formed in 1921. After the liberation of Bangladesh, Gopalganj was upgraded into a municipality. Finally Gopalganj was adorned as a district on 1 February 1984 by dividing Faridpur district into five. The Geo position of Gopalganj district is between 22˚51’ to 23˚50' North latitudes and between 89˚0’ to 90˚10’ east longitude. Gopalganj is the birth place of the founder of the nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman.

Gopalganj District Bordered By-

Gopalganj District is bordered by Faridpur district to the north, Bagerhat and Pirojpur districts to the south, Madaripur and Barisal districts to the east and Narail district to the west.

Administration: The area of Gopalganj is 1468.74 Sq Km. It is under Dhaka Division. There are 04 Municipalities in Gopalganj named Gopalgonj Sadar, Mokshudpur, Kotalipara and Tungipara. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Gopalganj district is 05, named- Gopalgonj Sadar, Mokshudpur, Kotalipara, Tungipara and Kashiani containing 68 Unions, 597 Mauzas and 889 Villages. 

Gopalganj District Population Data

The total population of Gopalganj district is 13,36,907 (Male- 634,169 and Female- 660,836). Sex ratio is 100:100, Population Density 910/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 0.83%. The Literacy Rate of Gopalganj district is 79.84%, School attendance rate is 87.50% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Gopalganj district is 8100 and NWD Code is 0668. Total Parliament seat in Gopalganj is 03. During the liberation war, Gopalganj was under Sector Number 08. Urbanization rate of the district is 10.98%. Annual rainfall of the district is 2105 mm and average temperature is 25.50˚ C.

 

Rivers: Modhumoti, Old Kumar, Ghagor, Baghiar, Bilrut, Kaliganga, Tongikhal, Dignar, Bagda, Kushiara, Madhupur, Shayladah, Chanda etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Jute, Wheat, Oil Seeds, Sugarcane, Jack Fruit, Banana, Palm, Peanuts, Yam, Chilly, Vegetables etc.

Gopalganj District Famous For-

Gopalganj district has strong historical and political heritage. Great leader Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman born in Gopalganj. 

Remarkable Personalities from Gopalganj District

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman (Founder of Bangladesh), Sheikh Hasina (Politician), Kazi Din Mohammad (Doctor and Educationist) Tarapod Chakroborti (Writer), Noren Biswsas (Literate Personality), Sheikh Fazlul Moni (Politician), Sukanta Vattacharja(Poet) Ramesh Chandra Manumder (Historian), Firoza Begum(Singer), Buddhedeb Vattacharja( Indian Politician) etc 

Tourist Attractions in Gopalganj District

Graveyard of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman, Kotali Fort, Orakandi Thagure Bari of Kashiani, Joy Bangla Pond of Gopalganj Sadar, Barni Baor of Gopalganj Sadar, Baganbari of Tungipara (Birds Sanctuary), The Parental Homestead of Poet Sukanta in Kotalipara, Kort Mosque, Chander Bil, Khaner Par Lake, Lal Saplar Bil of Kotalipara, Graveyard of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujubur Rahaman, Upalpur Landlord House (Currently Tafsil Office), Graveyard of St. Mathuranath, Home of Poet Sukanta Vattacharja, Bahutali Mosque, Uzanir Landlord Palace etc.

About Habiganj District, Bangladesh

Habiganj district is located in the south central part of Surma basin and in the north- eastern part of Bangladesh. The region was named after Sayed Habib Ullah, one of the inheritor of historical Sultanshe Habele. It is a historical town with the memory of saint Sayed Nasir Uddin (R) one of the great followers of Hazrat Shah Jalal (R). Habiganj subdivision was declared in 1867 and established in 1868 during the East India Company period. Through the provincial government of Assam Notification No. 73 on 07 April 1893, Habiganj police station was formed. Habiganj is a historical place where the freedom fighters started their first Gorilla attack against Pakistani army during the liberation war of Bangladesh in 1971. After the liberation of Bangladesh, Habiganj subdivision was upgraded into a district in 01 March 1984. The area of Habiganj is 2636.59 Sq Km. The Geo position of the district is between 23˚57’ to 24˚42’ North latitudes and between 91˚10’ to 91˚40’ east longitude.

Habiganj District Bordered By-

Habiganj District is bordered by Sylhet and Sunamganj districts to the north, Tripura (Indian State) to the south, Maulvibazar district to the east, Brahmanbaria and Kishoreganj districts to the west.

Administration: Habiganj district is under Sylhet Division. There are 06 Municipalities in Habiganj named Habigonj Sadar, Madhabpur, Churunaghat, Nobigonj, Shaystagonj and Azmirigonj. The number of Upazilla (sub district) in Habiganj district is 08, named- Habigonj Sadar, Baniachong, Churunaghat, Lakhay, Bahubol, Nabigonj, Azmirigonj and Madhabpur containing 77 Unions, 1120 Mauzas and 2142 Villages. 

Habiganj District Population Data

The total population of Habiganj district is 23,58,886 (Male- 11,43,901 and Female- 12,14,846), Sex ratio 98:100, Population Density 894.70/Sq Km and annual growth rate is 1.10%. The Literacy Rate of Habiganj district is 69.440%, School attendance rate is 76.49% for 5 to 24 years age group.

Other Important Data: The postal code of Habiganj district is 3300 and NWD Code is 0831. Total Parliament seat in Habiganj is 04. During the liberation war, Habiganj was under Sector Number 03. Urbanization rate of the district is 11.73%.

Rivers: Borak, Kalni, Kushiara, Khoay, Gopali, Ratna, Karongi, Katati, Sutang etc.

Agro Products: Paddy, Tea, Sugarcane, Betel Leaves, Peanuts, Oilseed etc.

Habiganj District Famous For-

Habiganj is a 'A' category district, historically famous for folk-Literature and culture. Illusive natural landscape, Tea gardens in hilly area are the speciallity of Habiganj District.

Remarkable Personalities from Habiganj District

Shah Syed Nasiruddin (13th century), Syed Sultan (1550-1648),  Major General Abdur Rob, Bipin Chandra Paul, Mirza Abdul Hai, Dewan Golam Mortaza(Politician), Dewan Farid Gazi (Politician and Journalist), Bipin Chandra Paul, Kali Proshanna (Politician), Dewan Mortuza (Poet), Satis Chandra Roy (Land Lord), Subir Nandi (Singer), Fazle Hasan Abed (Social Worker), Shah A. S. M. Kibria (Politician), Shirajul Hossain Khan, Justice Sayed A. B. Mahmud Hussain etc.

Tourist Attractions in Habiganj District

Ancient Rajbari (1737–38) at Puranbagh,  Bagala Matar Mandir, Baniachong village (The Biggest Village in Asia), Bibir Dargah Mosque,  Bikhangal Akhra,  Dorga-Tila, Mira-Tila and Tangee-Tila,  Foltoli-tila and water fountain, Kalibari,  Kuri-tila, Black-stone and an Ancient Rajbari, Mashulia Akhra, Monument for the freedom-fighters, Teliapara tea garden, Mosque of Uchail, Murarbandar Dargah Sharif, Putijuri Jami Mosque, Ramakrishna Ashram, Rashidpur Tea Garden, Shagor Dighi, Shajeerbazar, Sham-baoul Akhra and Doulotpur Akhra, Tea gardens in the valleys, War of Liberation Mass Grave and Monument, Champaboti Mazar, Mysterious Mosque, Ranir Dighi, Tania Para, Grand Sultan Tea Resort etc.