Indo Islamic Heritage
The nearest railway station is Kadapa Railway Station, located approximately 2–3 km from Ganagapeta, offering rail links to major destinations such as Vijayawada, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru. The nearest bus facility is the APSRTC Kadapa Bus Stand, about 2–3 km away, with frequent state-run and private bus services connecting Kadapa with towns and cities across Andhra Pradesh. The nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated roughly 70–75 km from the city, providing domestic flight connectivity. Local auto-rickshaws, taxis, and city buses provide convenient last-mile access from the bus stand or railway station to the mosque.
Bahadur Khan Masjid is a neighborhood mosque situated on Bahadur Khan Masjid Street in Ganagapeta, a central and historic locality of Kadapa city in Andhra Pradesh (PIN 516001). The mosque was established by members of the local Muslim community to provide a dedicated place for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregations, and observance of major Islamic occasions such as Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Eid-ul-Adha. Named after Bahadur Khan—likely a respected local figure or benefactor associated with the mosque’s founding—the institution reflects strong values of faith, devotion, unity, and moral guidance. Over the years, Bahadur Khan Masjid has also served as a center for Qur’anic recitation, basic religious instruction, moral discussions, community gatherings, and fellowship among families and youth in Ganagapeta and nearby neighborhoods. Its presence contributes to the multicultural and multi-religious fabric of Kadapa’s urban landscape, fostering social harmony and mutual respect among residents.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Bahadur Khan Masjid St, Ganagapeta, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh 516001
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Kadapa
Pincode: 516001
Longitude: 78.822° E
Latitude: 14.469° N