Indo Islamic Heritage
The nearest railway station is Kakinada Town Railway Station, located approximately 2 km from Suryanarayana Puram, with frequent local and regional services. The nearest bus facility is the Kakinada APSRTC Bus Complex, about 2–3 km away, offering regular bus services to towns and cities including Rajahmundry, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and beyond. The nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated roughly 60–65 km from Kakinada, providing domestic flight connectivity. Local auto-rickshaws, taxis, and buses provide convenient last-mile access to the mosque from all major transit points.
Umar Farooq Masjid is a prominent neighborhood mosque situated on Majestic Main Road in Suryanarayana Puram, a well-established residential and commercial area of Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh (PIN 533001). The mosque was founded by the local Muslim community to serve as a central place for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregations, and major Islamic observances such as Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Eid-ul-Adha. Named in honor of Umar ibn al‑Khattab, one of the foremost companions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), the mosque reflects values of justice, devotion, and community unity. Over the years, Umar Farooq Masjid has also supported Qur’anic recitation sessions, moral guidance programs, youth engagement activities, and community gatherings, strengthening spiritual life and social bonds among residents of Suryanarayana Puram and nearby localities. Its presence contributes to the rich religious and cultural diversity of Kakinada and remains a respected center for worship and fellowship.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Majestic Main Rd, Suryanarayana Puram, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh 533001
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Kalinada East Godavari
Pincode: 533001
Longitude: 82.243° E
Latitude: 16.970° N