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- বাকেরগঞ্জ
বাকেরগঞ্জ, বরিশাল
Bakerganj is a charming upazila in the Barisal district. The area is well known for agricultural activities and fish production. It is well-known as a populous and business center developed along the banks of the Srimant, Karkhana, Bighai, Payra, and Bishkhali rivers. A vibrant business environment, and improved communication system, have created a lot of employment opportunities in the area. Also, this area is unique from the administrative point of view.
All upazilas and almost all district towns of the country can be connected from Bakerganj by river and road. To the North of this upazila are Nalchiti upazila and Barisal Sadar of Jhalkathi district. Dumki Upazila of Patuakhali District, and Mirzaganj Upazila towards the South. Baufal Upazila and Bhola Sadar of Patuakhali district on the East side. Rajapur Upazila and Nalchiti Upazila of Jhalkathi District and Betagi Upazila of Barguna District on the West side.
Bakerganj Upazila is surrounded by green fields and rivers. The local economy is based on agriculture and fishing. The land in this area is very fertile. The local traditional festivals, handicrafts, and historical relics of the Mughal period will fascinate you. During the reign of Nawab Alivardi Khan of independent Bengal, Zamindar Agabaker Khan of Umedpur named this region Bakerganj after himself in 1741.
Besides the natural beauty, Bakerganj has several good-quality educational institutions, madrasas, clinics, parks, and local markets. Local people here are involved in agriculture, fishing, transportation of goods, and small businesses. Bakerganj Upazila is a great option for those who want to live away from the urban noise in a rural serene environment with standard amenities. The blend of rural life with modern conveniences here will impress you.
Barisal Airport, river port, and bus stand are close to this area. Dhaka-Patuakhali Highway, Barisal-Subidkhali Road, and Bangga-Barisal Highway connect this area with almost all district roads of the country. Bakerganj's communication system and other civic facilities are very convenient for housing, employment, and business. Being economically and commercially developed, several housing projects and infrastructure are being developed in the area. Roads connecting the surrounding areas are also well-developed.
সিটি ইনসাইট
পরিচিত ল্যান্ডমার্ক সমূহ
Bisarikathi Launch Terminal
Bibichini Shahi Mosque
30 Godown Freedom Fighters Monument
Bakerganj Bus Terminal Masjid
Koloshkathi Zamindar Bari