Indo Islamic Heritage
The mosque is conveniently located within Anantapur city. The nearest railway station is Anantapur Railway Station, approximately 3 kilometers away. The nearest major bus stand is Anantapur APSRTC Bus Stand, located around 2 kilometers from the mosque. The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated roughly 210 kilometers away.
Noorani Masjid is a neighborhood mosque located in Drivers Colony, Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. The mosque was established to serve the religious, spiritual, and community needs of Muslim residents living in Drivers Colony and nearby localities. Over time, it has become an important center for daily prayers, Friday (Jumu’ah) congregations, Ramadan worship, Qur’anic recitation, and local community gatherings. The name Noorani derives from Noor (light), symbolizing spiritual illumination, purity, and divine guidance. Like many community mosques in urban South India, Noorani Masjid functions not only as a place of worship but also as a space for Islamic learning, moral instruction, charitable support, and neighborhood unity. During important occasions such as Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha, and special prayer nights, the mosque likely becomes a focal point for collective worship and social interaction. Architecturally, it reflects a practical and dignified urban mosque style suited to a residential colony setting, emphasizing cleanliness, accessibility, and congregational space. Today, Noorani Masjid remains a respected religious landmark in Drivers Colony and contributes to the spiritual life of Anantapur city.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Drivers Colony, Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh 515001
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Anantapur
Pincode: 515001
Longitude: 77.6061° E
Latitude: 14.6706° N