7 No Bagulat Union is an administrative unit located within Kumarkhali Upazila of Kushtia District in the Khulna Division of Bangladesh. Established on 23rd February 1946, this union has a rich history and serves as an important local government entity within the region. Covering an area of approximately 60.42 square kilometres (23.33 square miles), 7 No Bagulat Union is home to a population of around 25,238 people, according to the 2001 national census. The current number of registered voters stands at 15,322, with 7,522 male and 6,800 female voters, reflecting a balanced demographic composition.
Geographically, the union is bordered by Chapra Union and Dakuya River to the north, Chandpur Union to the south, Panti Union to the east, and Kushtia Sadar Union alongside the Kali River to the west. The union is further subdivided into 16 villages and 16 mouzas, which serve as the fundamental administrative and revenue units. The governance of 7 No Bagulat Union is overseen by a Union Parishad (Union Council), which operates under the local government system of Bangladesh. This council is responsible for implementing development initiatives, delivering essential services, and ensuring the welfare of its residents.
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Establishment of 7 No Bagulat Union
7 No Bagulat Union was established on 23rd February 1946.
Boundaries of the Union
- North: Chapra Union and Dakuya River
- South: Chandpur Union
- East: Panti Union
- West: Kushtia Sadar Union and Kali River
Area of the Union
The total area of the union is 23.33 square kilometres.
Population of the Union
- Male: 11,719
- Female: 10,903
- Total: 22,622
Number of Voters (According to 2008 Census)
- Male voters: 7,522
- Female voters: 6,800
- Total voters: 14,322 (revised to 15,322)
Religious Demographics
- Muslims: 92%
- Hindus: 6%
- Others: 2%
Literacy Rate
The literacy rate in Bagulat Union is approximately 95%.
Land Area Details
- Total land: 6,602.33 acres
- Arable land: 5,273.73 acres
- Fallow land:60 acres
Villages, Mouzas and Population Based on Villages
The union comprises a total of 16 mouzas. The population distribution by village is as follows:
| Village | Male Population | Female Population | Total Population |
| Dudhkumra | 702 | 726 | 1,428 |
| Kalikatla | 395 | 378 | 773 |
| Damdama | 497 | 492 | 989 |
| Bagulat | 929 | 950 | 1,979 |
| Shalghormodhua | 1,509 | 1,483 | 2,992 |
| Baniakhari | 572 | 570 | 1,142 |
| Nitalpara | 436 | 467 | 903 |
| Bansgram | 1,910 | 1,865 | 3,775 |
| Adabaria | 667 | 686 | 1,353 |
| South Monohorpur | 1,031 | 1,076 | 2,107 |
| Bhoruapara | 1,048 | 1,048 | 2,096 |
| Naturia | 902 | 952 | 1,854 |
| Sheikhpara | 828 | 847 | 1,675 |
| Uday Naturia | 390 | 378 | 768 |
| Madhupur | 607 | 613 | 1,220 |
- The largest village is Shalghormodhua.
- The smallest village is Adabaria.
Roads in the Union
- Paved roads: 16 km
- Brick roads: 3 km
- Unpaved roads: 8 km
Educational Institutions in Bagulat Union
Primary Schools
There are 10 government primary schools spread across the union, including:
- Adabaria West Para Govt. Primary School
- South Monohorpur Govt. Primary School
- Nitalpara Govt. Primary School
- Dudhkumra Govt. Primary School
- KM Monsur Ali Govt. Primary School, Shalghormodhua
- Baniakhari Govt. Primary School
- Rai Bagulat Govt. Primary School
- Bansgram Govt. Primary School
- Naturia Govt. Primary School
- Madhupur Govt. Primary School
- Sheikhpara Govt. Primary School
- Bhoruapara Govt. Primary School
- Khalbazar Govt. Primary School
Secondary Schools
There are 8 secondary schools, including:
- United Secondary School (Village: Bansgram, Post: Durbachara)
- South Monohorpur Secondary School (Village & Post: South Monohorpur)
- Bagulat Secondary School (Village: Bagulat, Post: Madhupur)
- Shalghormodhua Haji Ashia Khatun Secondary School (Village: Shalghormodhua, Post: Durbachara)
- New Model Secondary School (Village: Dudhkumra, Post: Komlapur)
- Madhupur Collegiate School (Village & Post: Madhupur)
Lower Secondary School
- Nitalpara Lower Secondary School (Village: Nitalpara, Post: South Monohorpur)
Madrasahs
There are 5 madrasahs, including:
- Bansgram Kamil Madrasah (Village: Bansgram, Post: Durbachara)
- Madhupur Dakhil Madrasah (Village & Post: Madhupur)
- Haji Sufia Khatun Qaumi Madrasah (Village: Bansgram, Post: Durbachara)
Colleges
- Bansgram Alauddin Ahmed Degree College (Village: Bansgram)
- Madhupur Collegiate School (Village: Madhupur)
Kindergartens
There are 2 kindergartens in the union.
Orphanages
There are 2 orphanages located within Bagulat Union.
Establishment of 7 No Bagulat Union
7 No Bagulat Union was established on 23rd February 1946.
Boundaries of the Union
- North: Chapra Union and Dakuya River
- South: Chandpur Union
- East: Panti Union
- West: Kushtia Sadar Union and Kali River
Area of the Union
The total area of the union is 23.33 square kilometres.
Population of the Union
- Male: 11,719
- Female: 10,903
- Total: 22,622
Number of Voters (According to 2008 Census)
- Male voters: 7,522
- Female voters: 6,800
- Total voters: 14,322 (revised to 15,322)
Religious Demographics
- Muslims: 92%
- Hindus: 6%
- Others: 2%
Literacy Rate
The literacy rate in Bagulat Union is approximately 95%.
Land Area Details
- Total land: 6,602.33 acres
- Arable land: 5,273.73 acres
- Fallow land:60 acres
Villages, Mouzas and Population Based on Villages
The union comprises a total of 16 mouzas. The population distribution by village is as follows:
| Village | Male Population | Female Population | Total Population |
| Dudhkumra | 702 | 726 | 1,428 |
| Kalikatla | 395 | 378 | 773 |
| Damdama | 497 | 492 | 989 |
| Bagulat | 929 | 950 | 1,979 |
| Shalghormodhua | 1,509 | 1,483 | 2,992 |
| Baniakhari | 572 | 570 | 1,142 |
| Nitalpara | 436 | 467 | 903 |
| Bansgram | 1,910 | 1,865 | 3,775 |
| Adabaria | 667 | 686 | 1,353 |
| South Monohorpur | 1,031 | 1,076 | 2,107 |
| Bhoruapara | 1,048 | 1,048 | 2,096 |
| Naturia | 902 | 952 | 1,854 |
| Sheikhpara | 828 | 847 | 1,675 |
| Uday Naturia | 390 | 378 | 768 |
| Madhupur | 607 | 613 | 1,220 |
- The largest village is Shalghormodhua.
- The smallest village is Adabaria.
Roads in the Union
- Paved roads: 16 km
- Brick roads: 3 km
- Unpaved roads: 8 km
Educational Institutions in Bagulat Union
Primary Schools
There are 10 government primary schools spread across the union, including:
- Adabaria West Para Govt. Primary School
- South Monohorpur Govt. Primary School
- Nitalpara Govt. Primary School
- Dudhkumra Govt. Primary School
- KM Monsur Ali Govt. Primary School, Shalghormodhua
- Baniakhari Govt. Primary School
- Rai Bagulat Govt. Primary School
- Bansgram Govt. Primary School
- Naturia Govt. Primary School
- Madhupur Govt. Primary School
- Sheikhpara Govt. Primary School
- Bhoruapara Govt. Primary School
- Khalbazar Govt. Primary School
Secondary Schools
There are 8 secondary schools, including:
- United Secondary School (Village: Bansgram, Post: Durbachara)
- South Monohorpur Secondary School (Village & Post: South Monohorpur)
- Bagulat Secondary School (Village: Bagulat, Post: Madhupur)
- Shalghormodhua Haji Ashia Khatun Secondary School (Village: Shalghormodhua, Post: Durbachara)
- New Model Secondary School (Village: Dudhkumra, Post: Komlapur)
- Madhupur Collegiate School (Village & Post: Madhupur)
Lower Secondary School
- Nitalpara Lower Secondary School (Village: Nitalpara, Post: South Monohorpur)
Madrasahs
There are 5 madrasahs, including:
- Bansgram Kamil Madrasah (Village: Bansgram, Post: Durbachara)
- Madhupur Dakhil Madrasah (Village & Post: Madhupur)
- Haji Sufia Khatun Qaumi Madrasah (Village: Bansgram, Post: Durbachara)
Colleges
- Bansgram Alauddin Ahmed Degree College (Village: Bansgram)
- Madhupur Collegiate School (Village: Madhupur)
Kindergartens
There are 2 kindergartens in the union.
Orphanages
There are 2 orphanages located within Bagulat Union.
Religious Institutions in the Union
- Mosques: 31
- Eidgahs (open-air prayer grounds): 14
- Graveyards: 12
- Hindu Temples: 3
- Cremation Grounds: 1
Industrial Establishments in the Union
- Rice Mills: 2
- Flour Mill: 1
- Brick Kiln: 1
- Poultry Farms: 8
- Duck Farms: 6
- Puffed Rice Factories: 3
Banks, Insurance, NGOs, and Other Organisations in the Union
Banks:
To facilitate various financial services for the residents of 7 No Bagulat Union, a private bank operates in the area, providing financial transactions and services. The bank, Janata Bank Limited, is located in Banshgram Market of Ward No. 5. Additionally, agent banking services of Bank Asia and Islami Bank Bangladesh are also available.
Insurance:
There are no branches or agents of any insurance company in Bagulat Union.
Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs):
To improve the financial condition of impoverished rural communities, the government has allowed several NGOs to provide small loans at low interest rates. The NGOs operating under the 7 No Bagulat Union Parishad include:
- Setu
- Asha
- Addin
- BRAC
- Jagoroni
- Grameen Bank
- Alor Disha Women’s Organisation
Cooperative Societies:
There are 7 cooperative societies operating within the union.
Miscellaneous Institutions in the Union
- Markets: 4
- Playgrounds: 8
- Bus Stand: 1
- Permanent Police Outpost: 1
- Clubs and Recreation Centres: 5
- Ponds: Government-owned: 2; Privately owned: 20
- Mobile Phone Towers: 6
Agricultural Data of the Union
- Single Crop Land: 20 hectares
- Double Crop Land: 577 hectares
- Triple Crop Land: 100 hectares
- Land with More than Three Crops Annually: 3 hectares
Farmers by Land Ownership:
- Landless Farmers (own less than 0.02 hectares): 3,025
- Marginal Farmers (own 0.02 to 0.2 hectares): 1,960
- Small Farmers (own 0.2 to 1.0 hectares): 1,391
- Medium Farmers (own 1.0 to 3.0 hectares): 696
- Large Farmers (own more than 3.0 hectares): 25
Water Supply and Sanitation in the Union
- Access to Safe Drinking Water: 83%
- Use of Hygienic Toilets: 92%