Prayer times – Shibganj

Muslim Presence in Shibganj Shibganj, a city in the Rajshahi Division of Bangladesh, has a long-established Muslim community. The city's population of over 378,000 includes a significant number of Muslims who have been part of the region's social fabric for generations. While specific historical records are not detailed here, the presence of numerous mosques and prayer places across Shibganj and its surrounding areas reflects the deep-rooted Islamic tradition in this part of Bangladesh.

Community Implantation through Mosques The Muslim community in Shibganj is served by a network of mapped prayer places, with 14 mosques and prayer spaces identified in and around the city. Notable among them is Balurdiyar Mosjid in Chorkadao, a prominent listed mosque in the Kazipur area of Sirajganj district. Other key prayer places include Chaitanyapur Bazaar Kendriya Jame Masjid in Dhainagar, Chaulabari Uttarpara Jame Masjid in Shakharia, and Chandpur Jame Masjid in Nishindara. These mosques are spread across areas such as Bogura, Naogaon, and Chapainawabganj, indicating a widespread Muslim presence in the region.

Prayer-Time Orientation Muslims in Shibganj observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the local timezone Asia/Dhaka. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and longitude. The calculation method used for determining prayer times is not specified here, but it follows standard Islamic jurisprudence. The Qibla direction for Shibganj is oriented towards Mecca, and the distance to the Kaaba is approximately 5,000 kilometers. This guide helps residents and visitors plan their daily worship with reliable prayer time information.