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Magura, Khulna

You may know this name, Magura, as the hometown of Allrounder cricketer Sakib Al Hasan or for its famous Rosh Malai, but you still haven’t discovered the dent of the richness and beauty of this district. In this Magura area guide, we will discover this untracked territory of the southwestern district of Bangladesh.

Magura is nestled aside the Modhumoti River, encompassing 1049 square kilometers. This district has been acclaimed for being the first illiteracy-free district in Bangladesh. Magura is tethered to the tapestry of time from the Mughal period. The name is inspired by the “Mog” as this area was their den to carry out their piracy.

There is a reason pirates and dacoits prefer this location. Numerous rivers run across the Magura district like a spider web. Some of the most significant rivers are Gorai, Nobogonga, Fotki, Modhumoti, Kumar, Chitra, Bhairav, and Begot. Regretfully, some of these rivers have lost their significance due to mismanagement and illegal grabbing.

Magura first became a sub-division or Mohkuma of Jessore in 1845. Afterwards, it became a sole district in 1984. Currently, the district has 4 upazilas, namely, Magura Sadar, Sreepur, Mohammadpur, and Shalikha. Moreover, there are 18 wards, 36 union parishads, and 700 villages in Magura. It is the 4th largest district in Khulna division.

Agriculture is the backbone of its economy. Almost 90% of the working population is involved in various forms of agriculture. The fertile lands and suitable weather play a vital role in the mass production of rice paddy, onion, and other crops. A handful of small-scale businesses have bloomed recently.

A medley of culturally significant events spread out across Magura. The annual horse race competition at Mohammadpur Upazila has attracted many tourists over the years. Moreover, archeological spots from the palace to the dargah have left a fresh breath of history and rich cultures in the air of Magura.

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City Insights

Magura is the 4th largest city of Khulna district.
Magura shares borders with Jhenaidaha, Rajbari, Narail, Faridpur, and Jashore.
Agro-based society is still ubiquitous. However, the trend of nuclear families is rising rapidly.
Magura became a Mohkuma in 1845 and was recognized as a district in 1984.
Magura has connectivity with the Khulna division and with all over Bangladesh via bus and train.

Known Landmarks

  • Home of Kazi Kader Newaz

  • Magura Central Shaheed Minar

  • Sreepur Zamindar Palace

  • Pouro Shishu park

  • Siddheshwari Math

Connectivity

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Bus Routes

Magura - Wapda
Magura - Jhenaidaha
Magura - Golapara
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Nearest Train Stations

Boalmari Railway Station
Mubarakganj Railway Station

New Developments

LGRD has inaugurated 9 bridges in different villages of Magura to enrich connectivity and transportation.
Recently, a 250-bed hospital with the latest facilities was inaugurated in Magura district.
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What’s great here?

Magura is connected to all over Bangladesh via bus and train.
LGRD has undertaken around 12 projects to facilitate faster and safer connectivity across the Magura Upazilla.
Magura is a hub for lower-income groups and communities. The lifestyle is quite affordable and reasonable.
The Magura Sadar and other Upazilla Sadars are seeing an uprising in urban lifestyles and facilities.
Magura is quite ahead in terms of law and order.
As the district has so many rivers, Magura boasts a picturesque landscape and a peaceful rural scenario.
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What needs attention?

Roads and streets of villages are still underdeveloped. Many residents sustain injuries due to such poorly constructed roads.
There is a shortage of supplies in terms of daily and luxurious goods.
Many facilities are still not that easily available and ubiquitous in Magura, especially in village areas.
Due to the political environment and turmoil, clashes between different parties are reported often.
The mismanagement of river administration has costed the lives of the rivers and their well-being.

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4.25

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