Bhimer Panti
An ancient stone Garuda pillar in Joypurhat district.
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JoypurhatJoypurhat travel guide, Rajshahi Division
Joypurhat is a small farming district in the north of Rajshahi Division, between Dinajpur, Gaibandha, Bogura and Naogaon. Small rivers such as the Little Jamuna, Tulshiganga and Chiri cross fields of rice, potato and wheat. The district is known for the Joypurhat sugar mill, and its railway station dates back to 1884. It lies close to the Hili land port on the Indian border. About 956,000 people live in roughly 1,012 km² (2022 census).
Sources: Wikipedia: Joypurhat District, Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
At a glance
- Division
- Rajshahi Division
- Area
- 1,012 km²
- Population (2022 census)
- 956,430
- Density
- 945 people per km²
Sources: Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
Places to see
Patharghata Archaeological Site
An archaeological site in Panchbibi, Joypurhat, spread along both banks of the Tulsiganga river.
JoypurhatTravel facts
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FAQ
Where is Joypurhat?
Joypurhat is in Bangladesh's Rajshahi Division, one of the country's 64 districts.
What is there to see in Joypurhat?
Places added to this guide: Bhimer Panti, Patharghata Archaeological Site.
When is the best time to visit Joypurhat?
We don't have verified information on this yet, so no months are given.
What is Joypurhat known for?
Its sugar mill and farming of rice, potato and wheat.
Which rivers flow through Joypurhat?
Small rivers including the Little Jamuna, Tulshiganga and Chiri.