Joypurhat District

Joypurhat District encompasses 965 square kilometers with five sub-districts, bordered by Dinajpur to the north and Naogaon to the south.

The district gained independence from Bogra in 1984 and holds significance from the anti-British Swadeshi Movement involving Comrade Abdul Kader Chowdhury.

The region maintains traditional folk performances including keelton, jaree, palagaan, and kabigaan expressions through local gatherings and celebrations.

Agricultural production focuses on rice, potatoes, wheat, onions, mangoes, and jackfruits, establishing the region as Bangladesh's primary food storage center.

The district contains Bangladesh's largest sugar production facility, the Joypurhat Sugar Mill, while the Hili land port facilitates international trade.

Location: Rajshahi Division

Inception: 1984

Capital city: Jaipurhat

Elevation above the sea: 21 m

Shares border with: Naogaon District, Bogura District, Gaibandha District, Dinajpur District

Website: http://joypurhat.gov.bd

GPS coordinates: 25.10000,89.10000

Latest update: March 27, 2025 11:30