About Mohakhali
Mohakhali is one of the important areas of Dhaka. People from different parts of the country, including Dhaka, flock to Mohakhali as there are bus terminals, educational institutions, and hospitals. There are several numerous business establishments, with food shops and official establishments being built around them. Close by is the Mohakhali raw market, and the Niketan market where various people of the city come to buy essential goods. Because of all these, Mohakhali is one of the busiest areas in Dhaka.
Properties in Mohakhali
Due to its economic importance, many people seek the opportunity to live in Mohakhali. Mohakhali has schools, colleges, universities, as well as offices, banks and trading houses. Good cordial relations are developed between like-minded people for business or institutional reasons. The area has seen a significant increase in the number of new businesses and startups opening in the past few years, mostly IT companies. Apart from BRAC Centre, Transcom Electronics Limited, Baishakhi Television Bhavan, British American Tobacco Bangladesh, Pertex Group, Sixth Bhavan, Net Niloy Group, BRAC University, Institute of Public Health and Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA Bhavan). Due to these reasons, Mohakhali is one of the busiest areas of Dhaka.
Transportation
The Mohakhali Bus Terminal is one of the three main inter-district bus terminals in Dhaka. Every 5 minutes a bus leaves from here to the destination. Also, one of the busiest routes in Dhaka is the Mohakhali-Gulshan road. Also, the country’s first flying bridge, the Mohakhali flyover, has added a new dimension to handling the city’s traffic. People often travel here for an evening break or just for a walk.
Educational institutions
All the famous educational institutions of the country are located in Mohakhali. There is no shortage of educational institutions in Mohakhali. Apart from BRAC University, one of the best private universities in the country for higher education, there is the government Titumir College, Mohakhali Model High School, all of which makes Mohakhali unique. Also, training institutes like ITICA- International Training Institute of Culinary Arts, Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS), National Hotel and Tourism Training Institute, and the F.C.T Professional Training (Computer and Technical Training Center) can help you acquire and improve your skills.
Medical facilities
Mohakhali is very famous for its medical facilities. The National Cancer Research Institute Hospital, National Thoracic Institute and Hospital, Sheikh Russell National, Gastroliver Institute and Hospital, and Infectious Diseases Hospital are all located in Mohakhali. Mohakhali has one of the most important and notable healthcare facilities in the country. Hence, Mohakhali is unique and self-contained in the field of medicine. Also, most of the government healthcare institutions in Mohakhali provide advanced medical services at low cost. Because of this, people from different parts of the country come to Dhaka for better treatment.
Mosques and religious institutions
Mohakhali, being one of the most important areas of Dhaka as the city of mosques, Mohakhali has no shortage of religious institutions including mosques and madrasas. It is not difficult to find a temple for Hinduism as well. The Sri Sri Raksha Kali Mata Mandir, Korail Mandir and IPS Mandir are a short distance from anywhere in Mohakhali. TNT ground hosts pooja mandap during various events near Wireless More Bus Stop at the Adel Road Junction and at No. 8 Road. Also, there are religious institutions for Christians, those being the Mohakhali Christian Church and Mohakhali Baptist Church.
Parks & recreation
The DOHS Park is available nearby at Mohakhali. There are also some vast grounds with nice sports facilities. Nearby, Gulshan Hatirjheel is near, so there are many opportunities for recreation in Mohakhali.
Nearby areas
Famous and important areas of Dhaka city such as Banani are in the North, Moghbazar in the South and Gulshan in the East are situated in Mohakhali. The surrender area is a short distance away and can be reached by rickshaw or bus via Gulshan, Banani, Badda and Tejgaon. From here, you can easily visit other popular places like Uttara, Niketan, Hatirjheel, Farmgate, Rampura, Banshri, Bashundhara and Baridhara breeze. It is closely connected to each other and the Mohakhali flyover makes it very easy to access the area, people from other areas of the city like Mohammadpur and Dhanmondi can reach Mohakhali quickly.
Food and restaurants
Mohakhali Long Restaurant, Chinaman Restaurant, Ahrika, Koyla Restaurant all have excellent menus of local and foreign food. The Ghorwa Hotel is a restaurant that specializes in various local dishes like “Khichuri and Tehari”. There are also many restaurants serving continental cuisine. You will find all restaurants on both sides of Mohakhali-Gulshan road.
Shopping
It is an excellent commercial area, with numerous shops in Mohakhali. From small shops to different brands and big markets, everything is here. Whether you just want to shop for regular trips or special occasions or visit the local market for your daily essentials, shopping places around Mohakhali can fulfill all your needs. The SKS Tower in Mohakhali is one of the biggest establishments of local and foreign brand shops. Besides all your grocery shopping, Mohakhali DCC Market has everything you need.