Land plot for sell At Barishal: Price: Per DSML = 400000 BDT, 12ft road, Land Location: Mahmudia Madrasha Compaund, Beltala, Amatatganj, Barishal. Please contact to +8801915393371 (6 PM to 10 PM)
The Barisal Cityby Barisal City on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at 9:46pmBarisal City (Bengali: বরিশাল Bariśāl)) is an old port on the Kirtankhola on the northern shore of the Bay of Bengal in southern Bangladesh. It is now the divisional headquarter of the Barisal Division and consists of 30 wards and 50 mahallas. The area of the town is 19.99 km².[5] Barisal municipality was established in 1957 and was turned into a City Corporation in 2000.
Barisal City has one police academy. Contents: 1 History, 2 Population, 3 Population by Religion, 4 Educational institutions, 5 Publications, 6 Land, 7 Transport, 8 Tourist attractions, 9 Economy, 10 Noted Barisailese, 11 See also, 12 References, 13 External links History. Barisal was a semi-independent area in Mughal period because of heavy fighting between them and Hindu chiefs. In course of time, it fell under Bengal Nawabs and British India, later passed to Bangladesh. Following the partition of India in 1947, the area of Bangladesh became a province of Pakistan, initially known as East Bengal, and then, from 1955, as East Pakistan. The people of East Pakistan Province declared their independence as the nation of Bangladesh on March 26, 1971, while fighting a savage war against the central Pakistani government. The separation from Pakistan took place, with extensive aid from India, on December 16, 1971 as a result of the third Indo-Pakistan War. Bangladesh was soon recognized by most other nations, although Pakistan withheld diplomatic recognition until 1974 and China did not recognize the nation until 1976. Bangladesh was admitted to the United Nations in 1974. The central city of this region is the city of Barisal. It is one of the biggest river ports in Bangladesh. It is a city with nearly 0.38 million people and a divisional headquarter, medical college, cadet college, some pharmaceutical industries, textile industries and the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority's head office. Barisal is fast growing city of the country stands on the Kirtankhola River. Country's first short landing and take off airport has been completed in Barisal and a private Airlines named Air Bengal has begun its regular air flight between Dhaka Tejgaon Airport and Barisal. The city is sometimes called the "Venice of the East" or the "Venice of Bengal".[6] Population According to an estimate of 2008 Barisal has a population of 210,374; male 53.28%, female 46.72%. Literacy rate among the town people is 85%. Population by Religion: Muslim 90.64%; Hindu 8.38% and Christian 0.98%. Mosque: 130, church: 5, Temple: More than 200 Educational institutions. The city’s education institutions are one of country’ best. University college: 1, Polytechnic institute: 1, Medical college: 1, Physical education college: 1, Teacher's training college: 2, Nursing institute: 1, Cadet college: 1, Government college: 7, Non-government college: 7, Government high school: 2, Non-government high school: 55, Junior school: 7, Government primary school: 175, Non-government primary school: 133, Famous Instituons: Barisal Polytechnic Institutions, Brojomohun College, Famous Schools: Barisal Govt. Girls High School, Barisal Zilla School, Udayan High School, Medical College: Sher-E-Bangla Medical college, Cadet College Barisal Cadet College, University College: Govt. BM college. (Brojomohun College), Mahilara A.N High School. Mahilara, Gournadi ,Baisal.8232.[edit] Publications, Locally published newspapers and periodicals Dailies:Amader Barisal, Editor: Md. Moazzem Hossain Talukder, Biploby Bangladesh(1971), Shahnama, The Daily Barisal Protidin, Probashi, Gram Samachar, Ajker Barta, B Ban, Rupantar Sathi, Saikot Barta, Darpan, Dipanchal, Ajker Kantha; periodicals: weekly Lokabani, Bakerganj Parikrama, Chirantan Bangla, Upakul, periodicals Paira, the River, Etibriti, Khadem, Chirantan Bangla, Upakul, Samachar, Gournadi Parikrama; extinct; Barisal Bartabaha (1870), Hitasadhini (1871), Banglar Ranjika (1873), Kashipur Nibasi (1881), Swadesh (1885), Bharat Hitoishi (1882), Barisal Hiroishi (1885), Bikash (1900), Sahayogi (1885), Praddip (1927), Tarun (1923), Pathik (1925), Bahumihir (1926), Protiva Tangim (1949), Parimal Bahini (1859). Land: Cultivable land: 219.03 km², Single crop: 36.06%, Double crop: 46.57%, Treble crop: land 17.37%. Transport, Road: 200 k. Airport: 1, Port: Internal portRiver is also a popular transport system with other district.The luxurious launch journey connects between the south and Dhaka city. It is one of the most enjoyable night journey ever you could get in your life. The launches are really royal, majestic and with pomp and pleasure. Some royal launches are: MV Sundarban 7, MV Sundarban 8, MV Surovi 8, MV Surovi 7, MV Surovi 6, MV Dipraj, MV Parabat 11, MV Parabat 9, MV Parabat 7, MV Kirtonkhola 1, MV Kalam KhanName of some Bus in Barisal route. 1. Eagle Paribahan 2. Sakura Paribahan 3. Druti Paribahan 4. Hanif Enterprise 5. Ilish Paribahan
Barisal City has one police academy. Contents: 1 History, 2 Population, 3 Population by Religion, 4 Educational institutions, 5 Publications, 6 Land, 7 Transport, 8 Tourist attractions, 9 Economy, 10 Noted Barisailese, 11 See also, 12 References, 13 External links History. Barisal was a semi-independent area in Mughal period because of heavy fighting between them and Hindu chiefs. In course of time, it fell under Bengal Nawabs and British India, later passed to Bangladesh. Following the partition of India in 1947, the area of Bangladesh became a province of Pakistan, initially known as East Bengal, and then, from 1955, as East Pakistan. The people of East Pakistan Province declared their independence as the nation of Bangladesh on March 26, 1971, while fighting a savage war against the central Pakistani government. The separation from Pakistan took place, with extensive aid from India, on December 16, 1971 as a result of the third Indo-Pakistan War. Bangladesh was soon recognized by most other nations, although Pakistan withheld diplomatic recognition until 1974 and China did not recognize the nation until 1976. Bangladesh was admitted to the United Nations in 1974. The central city of this region is the city of Barisal. It is one of the biggest river ports in Bangladesh. It is a city with nearly 0.38 million people and a divisional headquarter, medical college, cadet college, some pharmaceutical industries, textile industries and the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority's head office. Barisal is fast growing city of the country stands on the Kirtankhola River. Country's first short landing and take off airport has been completed in Barisal and a private Airlines named Air Bengal has begun its regular air flight between Dhaka Tejgaon Airport and Barisal. The city is sometimes called the "Venice of the East" or the "Venice of Bengal".[6] Population According to an estimate of 2008 Barisal has a population of 210,374; male 53.28%, female 46.72%. Literacy rate among the town people is 85%. Population by Religion: Muslim 90.64%; Hindu 8.38% and Christian 0.98%. Mosque: 130, church: 5, Temple: More than 200 Educational institutions. The city’s education institutions are one of country’ best. University college: 1, Polytechnic institute: 1, Medical college: 1, Physical education college: 1, Teacher's training college: 2, Nursing institute: 1, Cadet college: 1, Government college: 7, Non-government college: 7, Government high school: 2, Non-government high school: 55, Junior school: 7, Government primary school: 175, Non-government primary school: 133, Famous Instituons: Barisal Polytechnic Institutions, Brojomohun College, Famous Schools: Barisal Govt. Girls High School, Barisal Zilla School, Udayan High School, Medical College: Sher-E-Bangla Medical college, Cadet College Barisal Cadet College, University College: Govt. BM college. (Brojomohun College), Mahilara A.N High School. Mahilara, Gournadi ,Baisal.8232.[edit] Publications, Locally published newspapers and periodicals Dailies:Amader Barisal, Editor: Md. Moazzem Hossain Talukder, Biploby Bangladesh(1971), Shahnama, The Daily Barisal Protidin, Probashi, Gram Samachar, Ajker Barta, B Ban, Rupantar Sathi, Saikot Barta, Darpan, Dipanchal, Ajker Kantha; periodicals: weekly Lokabani, Bakerganj Parikrama, Chirantan Bangla, Upakul, periodicals Paira, the River, Etibriti, Khadem, Chirantan Bangla, Upakul, Samachar, Gournadi Parikrama; extinct; Barisal Bartabaha (1870), Hitasadhini (1871), Banglar Ranjika (1873), Kashipur Nibasi (1881), Swadesh (1885), Bharat Hitoishi (1882), Barisal Hiroishi (1885), Bikash (1900), Sahayogi (1885), Praddip (1927), Tarun (1923), Pathik (1925), Bahumihir (1926), Protiva Tangim (1949), Parimal Bahini (1859). Land: Cultivable land: 219.03 km², Single crop: 36.06%, Double crop: 46.57%, Treble crop: land 17.37%. Transport, Road: 200 k. Airport: 1, Port: Internal portRiver is also a popular transport system with other district.The luxurious launch journey connects between the south and Dhaka city. It is one of the most enjoyable night journey ever you could get in your life. The launches are really royal, majestic and with pomp and pleasure. Some royal launches are: MV Sundarban 7, MV Sundarban 8, MV Surovi 8, MV Surovi 7, MV Surovi 6, MV Dipraj, MV Parabat 11, MV Parabat 9, MV Parabat 7, MV Kirtonkhola 1, MV Kalam KhanName of some Bus in Barisal route. 1. Eagle Paribahan 2. Sakura Paribahan 3. Druti Paribahan 4. Hanif Enterprise 5. Ilish Paribahan
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Geography and climate Latitude: 22.75, Longitude: 90.36, Altitude: 4.
Barisal is located in south-central Bangladesh, formerly a district called Bakerganj, it is now a division. The town lies in the Ganges (Padma) River delta on an offshoot of the Arial Khan River (Kirtonkhola). Barisal town was under the control of the Roychoudhury family, which now has moved to Calcutta. Incorporated as a municipality in 1876 and upgraded to city corporation in 2002.It is linked by steamer with Dhaka (73 miles [117 km] north) and with Chittagong to the southeast.
Due to its location and easy access to both riverine and marine navigation channels, it has become a transshipment centre for rice, hides, and pulses. Bakery, textile, pharmaceutical products are output of a few industrial installation.
The max. annual average temperature is 35.1°C, minimum 12.1°C; annual rainfall is 1955 mm.
History Barisal was a semi-independent area in Mughal period. In course of time, it fell under Bengal Nawabs and British India. After British rule it was part of East Pakistan and later Bangladesh. It was formerly known as Chandradip.
Civic administration Barisal had remained a municipality until 2002 when it was upgraded into a city corporation consisting of 30 wards.
Demographics Population: (1974) 98,127; (1981) 172,905; (1991 prelim.) 180,014.
Economy Barisal's economic is mostly based on farming and fishing.
Transport Barisal is served by the Barisal Airport which is located just outside of the city. It has frequent flight services to Dhaka via Biman Bangladesh Airlines and GMG Airlines.
Durgasagar
Durgasagar with an area of about 2,500 hectare, is the largest pond or dighi of southern Bangladesh. It is located at Madhabpasa village of babuganj upazila, about 11 km away from barisal town. Locally it is known as Madhabpasha Dighi. According to a desire of Rani Durgavati, mother of Raja Joynarayan, the dighi was dug in 1780 (1187 BS). Initially there were four pucca ghats each having 15m width. Due to the lack of proper maintenance jungles gradually surrounded the dighi. However in 1975, government renovated it to some extent. There are coconut trees around the dighi which together with the dighi are bounded by brick-walls. There are two gates each on the eastern and western sides of Durgasagar. In the middle of the dighi, there is an island with bushes. migratory birds usually come here during winter. The surrounding areas of the dighi has now been turned into a picnic spot. Presently, Barisal Development Board is looking after it.
Education Notable educational institutions in Barisal include Sher-E-Bangla Medical College Govt. B.M College Govt. Barisal College [Govt.Hatem Ali College]] Govt. Woman's College .
Subdivisions Barisal District is divided into the following Upazilas (formerly called Thanas):
Near Durga Sagar are the ancient ruins of the palace of a local landlord of the British colonial era (called Bangla in Bangla). Anyone can have a view of the palaces of this time by the sight of it. It is only a 15 minutes ride on a non-pollutant three wheeler called Van from Durga Sagar.
The Bangabandhu Uddan (former Bell's Park) is a place inside Barisal City, right on the banks of River [Kirtonkhola].
Not far from Barisal city, there is a beach called Kuakata. There is a motel in Kuakata and a place with colorful tribals.
Near Barisal city, over river Kirtonkhola a Bridge is under construction from October 2006 named Dapdapia Bridge.
Notable personalities
Barisal is located in south-central Bangladesh, formerly a district called Bakerganj, it is now a division. The town lies in the Ganges (Padma) River delta on an offshoot of the Arial Khan River (Kirtonkhola). Barisal town was under the control of the Roychoudhury family, which now has moved to Calcutta. Incorporated as a municipality in 1876 and upgraded to city corporation in 2002.It is linked by steamer with Dhaka (73 miles [117 km] north) and with Chittagong to the southeast.
Due to its location and easy access to both riverine and marine navigation channels, it has become a transshipment centre for rice, hides, and pulses. Bakery, textile, pharmaceutical products are output of a few industrial installation.
The max. annual average temperature is 35.1°C, minimum 12.1°C; annual rainfall is 1955 mm.
History Barisal was a semi-independent area in Mughal period. In course of time, it fell under Bengal Nawabs and British India. After British rule it was part of East Pakistan and later Bangladesh. It was formerly known as Chandradip.
Civic administration Barisal had remained a municipality until 2002 when it was upgraded into a city corporation consisting of 30 wards.
Demographics Population: (1974) 98,127; (1981) 172,905; (1991 prelim.) 180,014.
Economy Barisal's economic is mostly based on farming and fishing.
Transport Barisal is served by the Barisal Airport which is located just outside of the city. It has frequent flight services to Dhaka via Biman Bangladesh Airlines and GMG Airlines.
Durgasagar
Durgasagar with an area of about 2,500 hectare, is the largest pond or dighi of southern Bangladesh. It is located at Madhabpasa village of babuganj upazila, about 11 km away from barisal town. Locally it is known as Madhabpasha Dighi. According to a desire of Rani Durgavati, mother of Raja Joynarayan, the dighi was dug in 1780 (1187 BS). Initially there were four pucca ghats each having 15m width. Due to the lack of proper maintenance jungles gradually surrounded the dighi. However in 1975, government renovated it to some extent. There are coconut trees around the dighi which together with the dighi are bounded by brick-walls. There are two gates each on the eastern and western sides of Durgasagar. In the middle of the dighi, there is an island with bushes. migratory birds usually come here during winter. The surrounding areas of the dighi has now been turned into a picnic spot. Presently, Barisal Development Board is looking after it.
Education Notable educational institutions in Barisal include Sher-E-Bangla Medical College Govt. B.M College Govt. Barisal College [Govt.Hatem Ali College]] Govt. Woman's College .
Subdivisions Barisal District is divided into the following Upazilas (formerly called Thanas):
- Agailjhara Upazila
- Babuganj Upazila
- Bakerganj Upazila
- Banaripara Upazila
- Gaurnadi Upazila
- Hizla Upazila
- Barisal Sadar Upazila
- Mehendiganj Upazila
- Muladi Upazila
- Wazirpur UpazilaCulture and places of interest Just 12 km out of Barisal City is the place called Durga Sagar which is a large pond. Serving as a place for holiday trips for the city's residents, it also attracts visitors from other places. This is one of the main place of residence for the migrant birds that comes in winter.
Near Durga Sagar are the ancient ruins of the palace of a local landlord of the British colonial era (called Bangla in Bangla). Anyone can have a view of the palaces of this time by the sight of it. It is only a 15 minutes ride on a non-pollutant three wheeler called Van from Durga Sagar.
The Bangabandhu Uddan (former Bell's Park) is a place inside Barisal City, right on the banks of River [Kirtonkhola].
Not far from Barisal city, there is a beach called Kuakata. There is a motel in Kuakata and a place with colorful tribals.
Near Barisal city, over river Kirtonkhola a Bridge is under construction from October 2006 named Dapdapia Bridge.
Notable personalities
- Aroj Ali Matubbar Philosopher.
- A. K. Fazlul Huq politician.
- Brojomohun Dutta
- Aswini Kumar Dutta Founder of BM College
- Jibanananda Das bangla poet.
- Sufia Kamal Poet of Bangladesh
- Kamini Roy Poet of Bangladesh
- Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah Founder Editor of The Daily Ittefuq
- Shamsuddin Abul Kalam Bangladeshi novelist.
- Abdur Rahman Biswas A president and politician
- Altaf Mahmud A famous music director & Lyrician, who composed Amar Bhaier Rokte Rangano.
- Abdul Gaffar Choudhury A Journalist, who wrote Amar Bhaier Rokte Rangano to mark the Bengali Language Movement.
Land plot for sell At Barishal: Price: Per DSML = 400000 BDT, 12ft road, Land Location: Mahmudia Madrasha Compaund, Beltala, Amatatganj, Barishal. Please contact to +8801915393371 (6 PM to 10 PM)