Islampur, Jagannathpur
Islampur (Sylheti: ), (), formerly known as Brahmangaon (), is a village in Syedpur Shaharpara Union of Jagannathpur Upazila in the district of Sunamganj, Sylhet, Bangladesh. History. Islampur Jame Masjid. In the 18th century, a Mosque was established on the west side of the village, which was named "Islampur Jame Masjid", with the consent of all to address the needs of the people. At that time there was no mosque in the village other than that of the neighbouring village Syedpur. Historical sources suggest that the village is named after the mosque. However, it is disputed. Demographics. According to the Population  Census 2011 performed by Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics, the total population here is 993. There are 165 households in total. Geography. Islampur is located at . The total area of the village is . Islampur village is bordering with Budhrail and Shaharpara on the north, Shewra and Alagdi on the south, Sunathonpur and Patkura on the east, Gosh Gaon and Teghoria on the west. Mouza. It has two Mouza: Brahmangaon and Sunatonpur. Etymology. "Islampur" is a combination of two words: Islam and pur. Islam is derived from the Arabic root "Salema", which literally means peace, purity, submission and obedience. And "pur" means  village or city. So, "Islampur" means the village of peace. Languages. The local people speak Sylheti. Bangla and English languages are taught in schools. And, the educated section of the population can understand and speak English.