Koyra, Khulna
Koyra is an upazila located at the furthest south of the Khulna District. It is the second largest upazila in Bangladesh, with a land area of 1775.41 sq./km, and the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest covers a large part of this gigantic upazila. That makes Koyra area guide one of the most sought-after area guides for people who want to know more about the upazila.
It has Paikgacha in the north, Shundarban Mangrove Forest in the south and east, and Shaymnagar and Ashashuni Upazilas of Satkhira in the west. The upazila has 7 unions, 72 mouzas or mahallas, and 131 villages. According to the 2022 Census, there are around 2,20,100 people in Koyra.
Though Koyra Upazila does not have many developed roads, there has been a major communication development in the last few years. As a result, people in the upazila, especially in the remote areas, are gaining better accessibility to necessary amenities. However, some areas in and across the upazila are only accessible by water transports, such as ferries and launches.
The number of educational institutions and literacy rates of Koyra upazila have also increased. There are numerous religious institutions in the area, such as mosques, churches, temples, etc. The Mosjidkur Mosque is one such notable landmark. Other popular landmarks of Koyra Upazila are the Koyra Bridge, Khalishar Dighi, Koyra River, Keorakata Tourist Spot, etc. Other than the Shundarband Forest itself, Hiron Point of the upazila has also been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Though agriculture is the main source of the economy of the people, a large part of Koyra’s income source also depends on shrimp culture and export business. The water bodies of the area are used as shrimp ghers (a bounded area), and you are likely to come across many of them in most parts of the upazila.
The geographical location of Koyra makes it highly prone to natural disasters and heavy damage. But the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest keeps most of the upazila safe. However, many developments are still needed to offer better living conditions for all.
City Insights
Koyra was established as a thana in 1980 but then was turned into an upazila in 1983.Koyra is an upazila in the southwest part of Khulna District, and it is also the 2nd largest upazila in Bangladesh.Other than buses, people can also travel around the upazila using local transport, launches, and ferries.Most part of the Koyra is covered by water bodies, which is why a big part of the upazila’s economy depends on fisheries and shrimp culture.Because of the mangrove forest, Koyra is often protected from various natural disasters, and the upazila is also filled with various natural wonders.Known Landmarks
Sundarbans Mangrove Forest
Hiron Point
Keorakata Tourist Spot
Kashiabad Forest Station
Koyra Govt. Women’s College
Koyra Launch Ghat
Connectivity
Bus Routes
Nearest Train Stations
New Developments
Several embankment projects are underway to prevent flooding during the rainy season.Various other projects have been initiated to develop roads, educational and healthcare institutions, and living facilities.
What’s great here?
Koyra is accessible from Khulna, Jashore, Satkhira, etc., by bus.People can travel to the Shundarbad Mangrove Forest from Koyra using ferries and launches.Koyra offers both city and rural lifestyles for people of various economic classes.There is a police station in Koyra to ensure the safety and security of the people.Koyra is a naturally beautiful area filled with forests, rivers, historical landmarks, and more.
What needs attention?
There are no train routes in the area.More developed roads, bridges, culverts, and bus routers should be added to the area.Many parts of the villages need better living facilities and access to amenities.Despite the efforts, crimes are pretty common in the Upazila.The upazila goes through vicious natural disasters every year, which causes people to suffer immensely.Neighbourhood Rating
3.88
Neighbourhood Rating
3.88
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