District Profile

Lalmonirhat

Lalmonirhat is a northern district of Rangpur Division known for agriculture, Teesta floodplain landscapes, and historic transport links. Lalmonirhat town is the district headquarters and the main administrative center.

Current Weather

Partly cloudy

Temperature26.9°C
Wind Speed2.7 km/h
Updated02:30

Prayer Times

Fajr04:24
Sunrise05:32
Dhuhr12:08
Asr15:38
Maghrib18:42
Isha19:50

Overview

Lalmonirhat is a northern district of Rangpur Division known for agriculture, Teesta floodplain landscapes, and historic transport links. Lalmonirhat town is the district headquarters and the main administrative center.

History & Background

The district developed from the larger northern frontier zone and later emerged as a separate district. Railway and overland links helped shape its regional importance.

Geographic Overview

Location: northern Bangladesh on the Teesta floodplain near the Indian border. Agricultural lowlands and river-shaped terrain dominate the landscape.

Administrative Structure

Headquarters: Lalmonirhat

Subdivisions: 5 upazilas

Current upazilas in this database are linked separately through the upazilas table.

Demographics

Lalmonirhat is predominantly Bengali-speaking and majority Muslim, with Hindu and other minority communities also present. Population is spread across rural settlements and small town centers.

Education & Institutions

The district includes schools, colleges, madrasas, and local technical institutions serving northern rural communities.

Economy & Culture

Economy and culture: agriculture, trade, transport, and floodplain livelihoods define Lalmonirhat.