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Amilaisi Union

Amilaisi Union is a union under Satkania Upazila of Chattogram District in Bangladesh. It is known for agriculture and rural culture. At a glance • Location: Satkania Upazila, Chattogram Local rivers and flowing canals run through or alongside Amilaisi Union, playing an important role in the agricultural activities of the area. Road transport is the main medium of communication for this area. It can be easily accessed by road from the Satkania Upazila headquarters.

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Chittagong City Corporation, Chittagong

EPZ Thana

EPZ Thana is a police station under the Bandar Zone of Chattogram City Corporation, located in Chattogram District, Bangladesh. The area is well-known for the Chattogram Export Processing Zone (CEPZ) and its associated industrial and commercial activities. At a glance • Post code: 4108 The EPZ Thana area is primarily known as a major industrial and commercial hub. Since the Chattogram Export Processing Zone is located here, it serves as one of the key economic lifelines of the country, drawing people from various parts of the nation for employment, with numerous garment factories and other industrial establishments operating here. The Dhaka-Chattogram highway and adjacent connecting roads pass through the area, serving as the primary modes of communication. The area is easily accessible from other parts of Chattogram city via buses, taxis, and rickshaws by road.

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Chittagong City Corporation, Chittagong

Chittagong City Corporation

Chittagong City Corporation is a local government institution located in the major port city of Chittagong in southeastern Bangladesh. It is widely known as the country's second-largest and extremely important commercial metropolis. At a glance • Area: 161.41 square kilometers • Population: 4,591,583 (2022 Census) • Number of Wards: 41 • Boundaries: North by Sitakunda Upazila, South by Karnaphuli River and Patiya Upazila, East by Hathazari Upazila and Rauzan Upazila, West by Bay of Bengal • Main Rivers: Karnaphuli and Halda Rivers • Literacy Rate: 84.05 percent (2022 Census) Among the major commercial centers and busy areas of this metropolis are Khatunganj, Asadganj, Chaktai, Riazuddin Bazar, Agrabad Commercial Area, and GEC Circle. As the primary hub for international trade, it houses the Port of Chittagong and Patenga Container Terminal. The area is flanked by the Karnaphuli River, with the Halda River flowing towards its northern side. There are coastal features and estuarine areas near the mouth of the Karnaphuli River, including Patenga. Historical and landmark structures include the Circuit House, Chittagong Railway Station, Tiger Pass, DC Hill, Laldighi Maidan, Shah Amanat Mazar, Baitush Sharaf Complex, and Kalurghat Bridge. Notable landmarks of the Liberation War include the Kalurghat Radio Station, where the Declaration of Independence was broadcast, and martyr memorials. Well-known educational institutions located here include Chittagong University (with city offices and associated operations), Chittagong Medical College, Chittagong College, Government Haji Mohammad Mohsin College, and Ispahani Public School and College. Notable healthcare facilities include Chittagong Medical College Hospital, Chittagong General Hospital, and Chevron Clinical Laboratory. This city is accessible by road, rail, and air. It has direct connectivity with the rest of the country via the Dhaka-Chittagong Highway for road travel and serves as the eastern headquarters of Bangladesh Railway. Additionally, Shah Amanat International Airport is the primary gateway for air travel. Renowned historical and prominent personalities born or associated with this region include Masterda Surya Sen, Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman, and novelist Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay.

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Patiya, Chittagong

Baralia Union

Baralia Union is a union under Patiya Upazila of Chattogram District in Bangladesh. It is located approximately towards the south-east from Patiya Upazila headquarters and is known for its ancient heritage and community. At a glance • Location: Patiya Upazila, Chattogram • Boundaries: Bounded by Jungalkhain Union to the north, Kachwai Union to the south, Kelisahar Union to the east, and Patiya Municipality and Chanhara Union to the west The union features rural rivers and canal connections flowing through or alongside it, playing a role in local agriculture and communication. There are traditional rural markets and populated areas within this region that serve as local commercial hubs. For transportation, Baralia Union can be easily accessed from Chattogram city or Patiya Upazila headquarters via road using buses, CNG auto-rickshaws, or rickshaws.

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Satkania, Chittagong

Puranagar Union

Puranagar Union is a union located under Satkania Upazila of Chattogram District in Bangladesh. This area is known for its aesthetic natural environment of foothills and rural settlements. At a glance • Location: Satkania Upazila, Chattogram Puranagar Union is a diverse terrain of hills and plains. There is an internal road communication system for traveling through the area. Road transport is the main medium for improving the communication system. This union can be reached by various vehicles from Satkania Upazila headquarters.

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Chandanaish, Chittagong

Bailtali Union

Bailtali Union is a union located under Chandanaish Upazila of Chattogram District in Bangladesh. It is known for agriculture and local culture. At a glance • River: Sangu River • Main occupation: Agriculture and business • Main crops: Paddy and vegetables Bailtali Union is an important area of Chandanaish Upazila. The flowing Sangu River runs by this union, playing a significant role in the local nature and economy. Being situated near the river, the soil here is fertile and agriculture is considered the primary livelihood. For transportation, Bailtali Union can be easily accessed from Chattogram by road via Chandanaish Upazila. Local buses, CNG autorickshaws, and rickshaws are the main modes of communication.

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Satkania, Chittagong

Sadaha Union

Sadaha Union is located in Satkania Upazila of Chattogram District, Bangladesh, situated roughly to the south-east of the upazila headquarters. The union is known for its diverse topography featuring both hilly and plain terrain, as well as its rural culture. At a glance • Location: Satkania Upazila, Chattogram • Main river: Dolu River • Main occupation: Agriculture and business • Main crops: Rice and vegetables Rivers like the Dolu flow through and alongside Sadaha Union, playing a vital role in local agriculture. Parts of the union feature hilly slopes and naturally formed streams. The primary means of communication in this union is by road. It is accessible from the Satkania upazila headquarters using various local transports.

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Satkania, Chittagong

Bazalia Union

Bazalia Union is a region under Satkania Upazila of Chattogram District in Bangladesh. This union is known for its rural environment and local culture and heritage. At a glance • Boundaries: North by Satkania Union and Keochia Union, South by Ruma Upazila of Bandarban District and hilly parts of Bazalia Union, East by Bandarban District, West by Charati Union • Main river: Dolu River • Main occupation: Agriculture and business • Main crops: Paddy and vegetables The Dolu River flows past Bazalia Union, playing an important role in local agriculture and community life. Parts of this area are hilly and naturally diverse. Road transport is the main medium for commuting to this region. Bazalia Union can be accessed via local transport from the Chattogram-Bandarban highway or Satkania Upazila headquarters.

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Rangunia, Chittagong

Mariumnagar Union

Mariumnagar Union is a union located in Rangunia Upazila of Chattogram District, Bangladesh. It is known as an important and populous locality in Rangunia Upazila. At a glance • Location: Rangunia Upazila, Chattogram District • Main river: Karnaphuli River • Main occupation: Agriculture, business, and service Mariumnagar Union is located near the banks of the Karnaphuli River. Due to its proximity to the river, some parts of the area feature silt-enriched agricultural land. Road transport is the main medium of communication in this union. It is easily accessible by road from Chattogram city or other areas of Rangunia Upazila.

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