'Bogra' is a northern district of
Bangladesh, in the
Rajshahi Division. It is called the gateway to the north
Bengal. It is an industrial city where many small and mid sized industries are housed. Bogra is also known for some historical sites including
Mahasthangarh.
Geography
Subdivisions
Bogra has 11 subdivisions (
Upazilas):
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Adamdighi
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Bogra Sadar
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Dhunat
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Dupchanchia
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Gabtali
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Kahaloo
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Nandigram
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Sariakandi
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Sahajanpur
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Sherpur
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Shibganj
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Sonatala
History
The area was enveloped in thick fighting in the
Battle of Bogra during the
Bangladesh Liberation War of
1971.
Economy
Places of interest
★ Rural Development Academy (RDA), Bogra
See also
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Districts of Bangladesh
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Rajshahi Division
External links
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Districts of Bangladesh
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Bogra district