Indo Islamic Heritage
The nearest railway station is Kadapa Railway Station, located approximately 2–3 km away, offering rail connectivity to major cities such as Vijayawada, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru. The nearest bus facility is the APSRTC Kadapa Bus Stand, about 2–3 km from Fort Street, with regular state-run and private buses connecting Kadapa to 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.
Qila Masjid is a neighborhood mosque located on Fort Street (Door No. 5/216) in Kadapa city, Andhra Pradesh (PIN 516001). The mosque was established by the local Muslim community to provide a dedicated and accessible place of five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregations, and observances during important Islamic occasions such as Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Eid-ul-Adha. The name Qila—meaning “fort”—suggests the mosque’s historical or central location near older parts of the city, reflecting Kadapa’s rich cultural and architectural history. Over the years, Qila Masjid has also served as a hub for Qur’anic recitation sessions, basic religious instruction, moral guidance talks, and community gatherings, strengthening spiritual life and social bonds among families and youth in Fort Street and nearby neighborhoods.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Door no.: 5/216, Fort Street, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh 516001
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Kadapa
Pincode: 516001
Longitude: 78.820°
Latitude: 14.468° N