Indo Islamic Heritage
In terms of accessibility, the mosque is well connected within central Vijayawada. The nearest major railway station is Vijayawada Junction, located about 3–4 km away, offering frequent services to major cities across India. The closest bus facility is M.G. Bus Station Vijayawada (commonly known as the Bus Complex), approximately 3–5 km from the mosque, with APSRTC buses connecting Vijayawada to other districts and towns. For air travel, the nearest airport is Vijayawada Airport (Gannavaram), situated about 30–32 km northeast of the city.
Masjid‑e‑Bilal was established as a local community mosque in the Arundalpet / Governor Peta area of Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh (PIN 520002) to serve the religious and social needs of the Muslim residents living around Museum Road, Masjid Street, and Eluru Road. As a neighborhood mosque, Masjid-e-Bilal functions as a place for five daily prayers, the Friday (Jumu’ah) congregation, Ramadan gatherings, Eid prayers, and other Islamic observances. Over time, it has also become a hub for community bonding and education, where Qur’anic recitation, discussions on the Sunnah, and moral guidance sessions are offered to families and youth in the area, fostering both spiritual devotion and neighborhood cohesion.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Museum Rd, Masjid Street , Eluru Road, Near 1st Cross, Arundalpet, Governor Peta, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh 520002
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Andhra
Pincode: 520002
Longitude: 80.6480° E
Latitude: 16.5120° N