Paltan
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Paltan month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Paltan are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 24–28°C. April is usually the warmest month (average high 34°C), January the coldest (average low 13°C), and June the wettest (about 301 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.2 | 12.8 | 5 | 9.4 |
| February | 27.5 | 15.5 | 16 | 9.9 |
| March | 31.7 | 20.1 | 51 | 10.3 |
| April | 33.9 | 23.9 | 125 | 10.2 |
| May | 32.8 | 25.2 | 262 | 9.4 |
| June | 31.9 | 26.3 | 301 | 8.0 |
| July | 31.4 | 26.1 | 287 | 8.0 |
| August | 31.5 | 25.9 | 278 | 8.2 |
| September | 31.7 | 25.8 | 244 | 8.6 |
| October | 30.9 | 23.7 | 199 | 9.1 |
| November | 28.9 | 18.7 | 34 | 9.8 |
| December | 25.5 | 14.9 | 30 | 9.2 |
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- Documented history · 1840
In the year 1840 the cantonment was transferred to Ramna, Begunbari, then to Lalbagh Fort.
- Documented history · 1857
After the First war of Indian Independence in 1857 (sepoy mutiny according to the British Raj) in 1857 the Cantonment was shifted to Mill Barrack.
- Documented history · 1895
Meanwhile, in 1895, due to the growth of football among Bengalis in the Bengal Presidency, the Dhaka Sporting Association (DSA) was formed in a small tin house on an unoccupied field.
- Documented history · 1930
Up to 1930, very few people lived in Paltan.
- Cantonment transferred to Ramna (1840)
In the year 1840 the cantonment was transferred to Ramna, Begunbari, then to Lalbagh Fort.
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01 · OverviewPaltan, in brief
What is Paltan and where is it situated?
Paltan is a thana, or precinct, located in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh within the Dhaka Division. Positioned at coordinates 23.73625°N and 90.41426°E, this urban precinct frequently acts as the central dividing line between Old Dhaka and New Dhaka, covering a total area of 1.42 square kilometers.
How did a historical turning point reshape the landscape?
The historical identity of the region was profoundly altered following the First War of Indian Independence in 1857, an event identified by the British Raj as the sepoy mutiny. Prior to this pivotal 1857 turning point, the territory from the Gulistan area, Purana Paltan, Purana Paltan Lane, Naya Paltan, and Topkhana up to the Fulbaria rail-line operated as a cantonment for the British East India Company. This military installation housed artillery forces in Topkhana—derived from the Turkish word for cannon and armoury—before the cantonment was transferred to Ramna, Begunbari, and Lalbagh Fort, and ultimately shifted to Mill Barrack after the 1857 mutiny.
Upon the departure of the military installation, the municipality assumed administration of the grounds. Authorities converted a portion into a garden designated as Company Bagicha, while the remaining expanse featured a large field utilized as a student playground for Dhaka College and a parade ground for the Lieutenant Governor. By the close of the nineteenth century, this same field functioned as a cricket pitch and a venue for public gatherings. In 1895, the Dhaka Sporting Association (DSA) was established in a small tin house on an unoccupied section of the field, serving as practice grounds for early clubs including Wari Club, Victoria SC, and Lakshibazar Club. Before the partition of India, the area served as the primary practice ground for the Dacca football team representing Dacca.
How is the area organized today?
Administered under the Dhaka Division, Paltan Thana was formally established on June 27, 2005, by then Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, incorporating a portion of Motijheel thana. The population of Paltan Thana stands at 184,492 according to the general database, while the 2022 Bangladeshi census recorded 53,914 residents across 12,313 households, alongside a literacy rate of 94.22% for individuals aged 7 and older. The precinct comprises two wards, thirteen mahallas, and one model police station, while housing notable features such as the national mosque, Baitul Mukarram, and the 120-foot-wide VIP Road.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paltan
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01 · Q&AWhere is Paltan located and what are its coordinates?
Paltan is situated in Bangladesh at geographic coordinates 23.7362, 90.4143, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Paltan?
Paltan has a recorded population of approximately 184,492 and observes the Asia/Dhaka time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Paltan?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Paltan include BN-BD, English, with BDT used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Paltan?
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