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Rangunia Upazila
Rangunia () is an upazila of Chattogram District in Chattogram Division, Bangladesh. Geography Rangunia Upazila is located in between 22°18' and 22°37' north latitudes and in between 91°58' and 92°08' east longitudes. It has 67,792 households and a total area of 361.54 km2. It is bounded by Chandanaish Upazila on the south; Patiya Upazila, Boalkhali Upazila, Raozan Upazila & Kawkhali Upazila, Rangamati, Kawkhali Upazila of Rangamati District on the west; Kawkhali Upazila, Rangamati, Kawkhali Upazila of Rangamati District on the north and Kaptai Upazila & Rajasthali Upazila of Rangamati District and Bandarban Sadar Upazila on the east. Rangunia is the administrative headquarter of this upazila. Main river: Karnaphuli, Ichamoti. History Chakma kings (Shukdev Roy, Sher Daulat Khan, Jan Baksh Khan, Tabbar Khan, Jabbar Khan, Dharam Baksh Khan, Rani Kalindi, Harish Chandra Rai and others) ruled this area since 1757. Chakma King Harish Chandra (king), Harish Chandra transf ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rangunia
Rangunia is a town in Chittagong District Chittagong District (), ( Chatgaiya: Sitang/Chatga), officially Chattogram District, is a district located in south-eastern Bangladesh. It is a part of the Chittagong Division. Due to its geographical location, Chittagong is classified as a s ... in the division of Chittagong. It is the administrative headquarters and urban centre of Rangunia Upazila. References {{reflist Towns in Bangladesh 2000 establishments in Bangladesh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Upazilas Of Bangladesh
An ''upazila'' ( pronounced: ), formerly called ''thana'', is an administrative division in Bangladesh, functioning as a sub-unit of a districts of Bangladesh, district. It can be seen as an analogous to a county or a borough of Western countries. Rural upazilas are further administratively divided into Union councils of Bangladesh, union council areas (union parishads). Bangladesh has 495 upazilas. The upazilas are the second lowest tier of regional administration in Bangladesh. The administrative structure consists of divisions (8), districts (64), upazilas (495) and union parishads (UPs). This system of devolution was introduced by the former military ruler and president of Bangladesh, Hossain Mohammad Ershad, Lt-Gen Hossain Muhammad Ershad, in an attempt to strengthen local government. Below UPs, villages (''gram'') and ''para'' exist, but these have no administrative power and elected members. The Local Government local ordinance, Ordinance of 1982 was amended a year lat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chattogram District
Chittagong District (), ( Chatgaiya: Sitang/Chatga), officially Chattogram District, is a district located in south-eastern Bangladesh. It is a part of the Chittagong Division. Due to its geographical location, Chittagong is classified as a special district in Bangladesh. With its hills, sea, valleys, and forests, Chittagong is one of the most naturally beautiful regions in the country. Because of its natural beauty and diversity, it is often referred to as the "Queen of the East". The commercial capital of Bangladesh and the country’s only two-dimensional city are both located in Chittagong District. In terms of establishment, this is the oldest district in Bangladesh, and by area, it is the second largest. The population of Chittagong District is 17,557,440. The district has its own distinct language and culture. Due to its linguistic and cultural uniqueness, it is considered the most diverse district in Bangladesh. The language spoken by the people of this region is known a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karnaphuli
The Karnaphuli River ( ''Kôrnophuli''; also spelt Karnafuli and Khawthlangtuipui in Mizo, meaning "western river" and Borgang in Chakma, meaning "Big River") is the largest and most important river in Chittagong and the Chittagong Hill Tracts. It is a wide river in the south-eastern part of Bangladesh. Originating from the Saithah village of Mamit district in Mizoram, India, it flows southwest through Chattogram Hill Tracts and Chattogram into the Bay of Bengal. It is the fastest flowing river in Bangladesh, after the Padma. It is said to "represent the drainage system of the whole south-western part of Mizoram." Principal tributaries include the Kawrpui River or Thega River, Tuichawng River and Phairuang River. A large hydroelectric power plant was built on the Karnaphuli in the Kaptai region in the 1960s. The mouth of the river hosts the Port of Chattogram, the largest and busiest seaport of Bangladesh. Etymology The presence of Arab traders and merchants in the hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bandarban Sadar Upazila
Bandarban Sadar () is an upazila of Bandarban District in the Division of Chittagong, Bangladesh. Geography Bandarban Sadar is located at . It has a total area of 501.98 km2. Demographics As of the 2022 Bangladeshi census, Bandarban Sadar upazila had a population of 111,096. The ethnic population was 47,804 (43.03%), of which Marma were 26,628, Mru 7,280, Tanchangya 5,605, Bom 2,748, Tripura 1,771, Chakma 1,664 and Khiang 1,310. Religion Islam the largest religion in Bandarban Upazila. Islam is being followed by about 46% of the population. Buddhists form the second-largest religious minority. According to the 2022 census Buddhists form 36% of the total population. Ethnicity Administration Bandarban Sadar Upazila is divided into Bandarban Municipality and five union parishads: Bandarban, Kuhalong, Rajbila, Suwalak, and Tankabati. The union parishads are subdivided into 16 mauzas and 225 villages. Bandarban Municipality is subdivided into 9 wards and 69 mahallas. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajasthali Upazila
Rajasthali () is an upazila of Rangamati District in the Division of Chittagong, Bangladesh. Geography Rajasthali is located at . It has a total area of 145.03 km2. It is bordered by Kaptai upazila to the north, Belaichhari upazila to the east, Bandarban district to the south and Chittagong district to the west. Demographics As of the 2022 Bangladeshi census, Rajasthali upazila had a population of 27,864. The ethnic population was 18,855 (67.67%), of which Marma were 10,213 and Tanchangya 4,542, Tripura 2,273, Khyang 1,420 and Chakma 269. Administration UNO: Sajib Kanti Rudra. Rajasthali Upazila is divided into three union parishads: Bangalhalia, Gaindya, and Ghilachari. The union parishads are subdivided into 9 mauzas and 106 villages. See also * Upazilas of Bangladesh * Districts of Bangladesh * Divisions of Bangladesh Divisions are the first-level administrative divisions in Bangladesh. As of 2024, there are eight divisions of Bangladesh, each named aft ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaptai Upazila
Kaptai () is an upazila of Rangamati Hill District, Rangamati District in the Division of Chittagong Division, Chittagong, Bangladesh. The name of the Kaptai was derived from the Tripuri word "Kaptetoima". It is said that in the past, the river was wild and full of tropical flora and fauna. Large quantities and several varieties of canes could be found along the river bank that flows from the south, upper ridge. The river reaches its estuary at the Kainsa Khyong (Karnafuli River). Notable landmarks are the Karnaphuli Hydroelectric Power Station, the only hydroelectric power plant of Bangladesh. The Kaptai Dam, built for this purpose on the Karnaphuli River, created the Kaptai Lake, the largest man-made dam in Bangladesh. Geography Kaptai is located at . It has a total area 258.99 km2. Kaptai upazila is bordered by Kawkhali Upazila, Rangamati, Kawkhali and Rangamati Sadar Upazila, Rangamati Sadar upazilas to the north, Belaichhari Upazila, Belaichhari upazila to the east, Banda ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rangamati District
Rangamati District (), officially Rangamati Hill District, is a district in south-eastern Bangladesh. It is a part of the Chattogram Division, and the town of Rangamati serves as the headquarters of the district. By area, Rangamati is the largest district of the country. Geography Rangamati is located in the Chittagong Division. It is bordered by the Tripura state of India to the north, Bandarban District to the south, Mizoram State of India and Chin State of Myanmar to the east, and Khagrachari and Chittagong Districts to the west. Rangamati is the only district in Bangladesh with international borders with two countries: India and Myanmar. The area of the district is 6,116 km2 of which 1,292 km2 is riverine and 4,825 km2 is under forest vegetation. History Rangamati was a contesting ground for the kings of Tripura and Arakan. This region was ruled by the Mughal Empire after the Muslim conquest in 1566. In 1737, Sher Mosta Khan, a tribal leader, took refuge w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kawkhali Upazila, Rangamati
Kawkhali () is an upazila of Rangamati District in the Division of Chittagong, Bangladesh. Demographics As of the 2022 Bangladesh census, Kawkhali upazila had a population of 66,313. The ethnic population was 36,550 (55.12%), of which Marma were 18,477, Chakma 17,188, and Tanchangya 677. Administration UNO: Happy Das. Kawkhali Upazila is divided into four union parishads: Betbunia, Fatikchhari, Ghagra, and Kalampati. The union parishads are subdivided into 11 mauzas and 149 villages. See also * Upazilas of Bangladesh * Districts of Bangladesh * Divisions of Bangladesh Divisions are the first-level administrative divisions in Bangladesh. As of 2024, there are eight divisions of Bangladesh, each named after the major city within its jurisdiction that also serves as the administrative seat of that division. Eac ... References Upazilas of Rangamati Hill District {{Chittagong-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raozan Upazila
Raozan Upazila () is an upazila of Chattogram District, in Chattogram Division, Bangladesh. It was established in August,1947. Geography Raozan has 63,375 households and a total area of 246.58 km2. The two main rivers are Karnaphuli River, Karnaphuli and Halda River, Halda. Raozan is surrounded by Fatikchhari Upazila on the north, Boalkhali Upazila and Karnafuli river on the south, Rangunia Upazila, Rangunia and Kawkhali (Betbunia) Upazila, Kawkhali (Rangamati) Upazilas on the east, and Hathazari Upazila, Hathazari and Fatikchhari Upazila on the west. The river Karnaphuli flows on the south side of the Raozan Upazila and the Halda river flows on the west side. Demographics As of the 2022 Bangladeshi census, Raozan upazila had a population of 396,358. According to the 1991 Bangladesh census, during that time Raozan had a population of 274,344 people. Males constituted 50.58% of the population, while females constituted about 49.42% of the population. The average liter ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Boalkhali Upazila
Boalkhali () is an upazila of Chattogram District in Chattogram Division, Bangladesh. Geography Boalkhali is located at . It had 44108 households and its total area is 126.46 km2. According to the 2001 Bangladesh Census, there were 36,588 households. Demographics As of the 2011 Census of Bangladesh, Boalkhali upazila had 44,108 households and a population of 223,125. 46,730 (20.94%) were under 10 years of age. Boalkhali had an average literacy rate of 58.90%, compared to the national average of 51.8%, and a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1000 males. 31,206 (13.99%) of the population lived in urban areas. As of the 2001 Bangladesh census, the population was 201,590, comprising 104,601 males and 96,989 females. Boalkhali had 9 Unions, 31 Mauza and 30 villages and the literacy rate was 71.8%. As of the 1991 Bangladesh census, Boalkhali has a population of 195607. Males constitute 51.75% of the population, and females 48.25%. This Upazila's eighteen up population is 9811 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patiya Upazila
Patiya () is an upazila of Chattogram District in Chattogram Division, Bangladesh. History During the British rule, a police station(thana) was established in Patiya in 1845. It was upgraded to an ''upazila'' in 1984. The region saw revolutionary activities in the 1930s, when revolutionaries from Jugantar and the fugitives of the Chittagong armoury raid fought with British police. During the Bangladesh Liberation War, the area sustained heavy bombings from Pakistan Air Force. The Pakistani occupation army massacred more than 300 Hindus in Muzaffarabad village on 3 May 1971 in collaboration with the Razakars. Geography Patiya is located at . It has 71,624 households and a total area of . The township of Patiya has an area of . "Budbudir Chora" is one of them having enormous green forest and wild life. Every year local tourists go there for its green forest, small canals and animals like deer, birds and butterflies. Demographics As of the 2011 Census of Bangladesh, Patiy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
