Barisal Division

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Barisal Division?South-central Bangladesh
2. How many people live in Barisal Division?9,325,820 (2022 census)
3. How big is Barisal Division?13,225 km² (5,106 sq mi)
4. What is the capital of Barisal Division?Barisal city
5. What language do people speak in Barisal Division?Bengali
6. What is the administrative status?One of eight administrative divisions of Bangladesh

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