Bhola District, Administrative district in Barisal Division, Bangladesh.
Bhola District encompasses the largest island of Bangladesh, bounded by the Bay of Bengal, Meghna River, and Tentulia River across 3,403 square kilometers.
The district started forming in 1235, became a subdivision under Noakhali district in 1845, and gained full district status on February 1, 1984.
The district maintains traditional Bengali customs with Lalon geeti and Bhatiyali music performances, while religious practices include both Islamic traditions and Hindu celebrations.
The district contains seven administrative subdivisions called upazilas, with Bhola city serving as the capital and main administrative center for government services.
Natural gas reserves of 400 million cubic feet at Kachia power the local electricity station, supporting the district's infrastructure development.
Location: Barisal Division
Capital city: Bhola
Website: http://www.bhola.gov.bd
Shares border with: Barishal District, Lakshmipur District, Noakhali District, Patuakhali District
Website: http://bhola.gov.bd
GPS coordinates: 22.17853,90.71010
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:50
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