PIROJPUR
Pirojpur is a district in south western Bangladesh. It is part of Barisal Division. Pirojpur is also the name of a city of about 100,000 people. Most of the land is low lying and the soil is fertile. There are small forests. Nesarabad is known for its business centre and also for the Sundori tree that grows there. Launches, steamers and boats are used for travelling on the rivers. The local port is called Hoolarhaat Launch Station (ghaat). Buses, autorickshaws and rickshaws are also used for transport.
Area: 1, 277. 80 km 2 (493. 36 sq mi)
Upazilas: Bhandaria, Kawkhali, Mathbaria, Nazirpur, Nesarabad, Pirojpur Sadar, Zianagar.
