Kurigram District, District in Rangpur Division, Bangladesh
Description
Kurigram District is an administrative area in northern Bangladesh bordered by India and traversed by major rivers including the Brahmaputra and Jamuna. The district comprises nine subdivisions that together contain numerous villages and settlements spread across the landscape.
History
The region was historically part of ancient kingdoms and territories before coming under British administration as a separate unit. It became a full district in its modern form during the 1980s after Bangladesh gained independence.
Culture
The district remains tied to agricultural traditions, with farming shaping how people spend their days and structure their communities. Local music forms like Bhawaiya songs reflect the rhythms and concerns of rural life in this region.
Practical
The district has a main city that serves as its administrative center, making it a logical starting point for understanding the region. Getting around requires using local transport options that connect the different subdivisions and villages.
Did you know?
The name comes from an ancient language and literally means twenty villages, reflecting how the area was settled in the past. This etymology offers a window into the linguistic history of the region.
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