Patuakhali District, Administrative district in Barisal Division, Bangladesh
The district spans 3,221 square kilometers between the Bay of Bengal and Barisal District, containing eight administrative regions called upazilas and numerous waterways.
The region transformed from a subdivision of Bakerganj District into an independent district in 1969, experiencing significant development in infrastructure and administration.
The district maintains traditional performances including Jatragan and Kabigan, while hosting multiple religious structures such as 4,765 mosques and 422 Hindu temples.
Agriculture occupies 57 percent of economic activities, with rice cultivation and deep-sea fishing providing primary income sources for the district population.
The district contains Kuakata Beach, extending 18 kilometers along the Bay of Bengal, allowing visitors to observe both sunrise and sunset over water.
Location: Barisal Division
Inception: 1969
Capital city: Patuakhali
Elevation above the sea: 6 m
Shares border with: Barguna District, Barishal District, Bhola District
Website: https://farabifocus.com
GPS coordinates: 22.35420,90.31810
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:47
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