Kurigram

Kurigram is a district in the Rangpur Division of northern Bangladesh. It shares an international border with India to the north and west, and its administrative center is the town of Kurigram. The district is named after the town, which functions as the district’s principal urban and governance hub.

Kurigram District was established in 1984, when it was separated from Dinajpur District. In 2010, with the creation of Rangpur Division, Kurigram became part of the new division.

The district lies in a low-lying riverine plain characterized by numerous rivers, streams, and floodplains. This landscape supports extensive agriculture, particularly rice cultivation, and enables inland fishing and transportation along waterways. The climate is tropical with a monsoon season, leading to seasonal variations in water availability.

The district is subdivided into several upazilas, each with its own local council and administrative offices. Local governance is organized through upazila parishads and union parishads, under the central district administration.

Economy and society: Agriculture dominates livelihoods, with crops such as rice, jute, and vegetables contributing to the economy. River transportation and fisheries are important in many areas. The population is predominantly rural, with Bengali as the main language and Islam as the largest religion, alongside Hindu and other communities. Education and health services have expanded in recent years.

Demographics and culture: The district hosts various cultural and religious festivities reflecting its diverse communities, including traditional fairs and religious celebrations. It is connected to other regions by road and river networks, with ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and resilience to flooding.