Naogaon District

Naogaon District is an administrative district in Rajshahi Division in northern Bangladesh, covering a large territory with several rivers including the Atrai, Punarbhaba, and Little Jamuna flowing through it. The district is divided into eleven administrative subdivisions and is shaped by agricultural activities throughout its landscape.

The area was established as Naogaon Sub-division in 1877 and gained district status in 1984, marking a significant administrative change in the region. This reorganization allowed for improved local governance as the population grew.

The population includes Muslim and Hindu communities alongside indigenous groups like the Santal, Oraon, and Munda, who maintain their traditional practices and festivals. These diverse communities shape daily life and create a mixed local culture throughout the region.

The district is divided into various administrative sections that help visitors navigate and access local services more easily. The agricultural nature of the region means that visiting outside the peak harvest and planting seasons tends to be more convenient.

The region is known for its large-scale rice processing operations and fruit production, making it a center of the food industry. This combination of mills and orchards reflects the diverse agricultural focus of the area.

Location: Rajshahi Division

Inception: 1984

Capital city: Naogaon

Elevation above the sea: 19 m

Part of: Rajshahi Division

Shares border with: Chapai Nawabganj, Rajshahi District, Natore District, Bogura District, Joypurhat District

Website: http://naogaon.gov.bd

GPS coordinates: 24.90000,88.75000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 11:17