Lalmatia
Lalmatia is a small residential town located in the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh, between Mohammadpur and Dhanmondi. Known for its narrow streets and red-bricked houses is now being currently experiencing a full-scale renovation. Three busy roads (Satmasjid road, Old 27 number road and Mirpur road) perimeters Lalmatia from three sides. As it has been undergoing huge renovations, it is ending up being a wealth concentrated area along with Dhanmondi.
Overview
The town is now being a target of the apartment developers and losing its old buildings. It Is now being known as the "under-construction town". There had been a recent upsurge from the residents because of the open pits in the middle of streets and un-repaired streets go on for months at a time without being fixed. It is also known for its lush playing grounds and the red earth which is coincidentally the translation to the name "Lalmatia". Its name "Lalmatia" is presumed to be given for the red earth it contains. It is a very calm place and there are many playgrounds in Lalmatia that other areas do not have. Lalmatia is divided in a number of blocks named 'A', 'B', ..., 'H'. Though a residential area, there are a number of private companies in Lalmatia. There are also a couple of NGOs, hospitals, a number of shops and restaurants and the newest places to hang out.
Education
There are many schools and college and two big universities; one is famous Lalmatia Women's College and another is the Lalmatia Islamic University.There are many other well recognized English Medium Schools like Mangrove, Academia, South Breeze School (Senior Section) along with schools boasting great results locally.
Population
Population of Lalmatia is 28,591 according to 2011 census.
Security
There is a good security system in Lalmatia with Ansar force and privately hired guards by the Lalmatia Residential Society. It is also one the safest and family-friendly neighbourhoods in a Dhaka.
Gallery
The Buildings of Block-D, Lalmatia
Lalmatia A Block
A Monsoon day in Lalmatia