The two major rivers are Laukathi and Lohalia, which are directly connected with the Bay of Bengal.

Paddy, jute, and different types of vegetables are the main product of agriculture sector.

Patuakhali District had a literacy rate (age 7 and over) of 76.70%, compared to the national average of 74.80%, and a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1000 males.

Similar to other districts in the Barisal division, the minority Hindu, Buddhist and Christian populations have seen a decline in absolute numbers in the 2001-2011 period.

As Patuakhali is a coastal area, it is affected almost every year by natural disasters like cyclones, floods and tornadoes.

They play a vital role in developing the life style of poor people.