Officially called Barishal, the city is in south-central Bangladesh, and lies in the delta of the Padma and Jamuna rivers on the bank of the Kirtankhola river.
Considered the largest city and administrative headquarter of both Barisal district and Barisal Division. Barishal is one of the oldest municipalities and river ports of the country.
According to a 2011 national census, the population of Barisal stands at nearly .38 million people with 51.63% male and 48.37% female.