Indo Islamic Heritage
In terms of connectivity, Masjid-e-Umar benefits from its central location within the Vijayawada city network. The nearest major railway access is Vijayawada Junction Railway Station, located approximately 2–3 km away, offering extensive rail connectivity across India. The nearest major bus terminal is Pandit Nehru Bus Station (PNBS), Vijayawada, situated around 3–4 km from Mogalrajapuram, with frequent APSRTC and interstate bus services. The nearest airport is Vijayawada International Airport, located approximately 18–22 km away, providing regular domestic flight connectivity to major Indian cities.
Masjid-e-Umar is located at 32-22-8/2, CSI School Road, Mogalrajapuram, Christurajupuram, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh (PIN 520008)—a well-established residential and institutional neighborhood near central Vijayawada. Mogalrajapuram is known for its mix of residential blocks, schools, colleges, clinics, and community institutions, forming part of Vijayawada’s inner-city urban fabric that grew substantially during the mid–late 20th century. Within this densely populated residential setting, Masjid-e-Umar was established by the local Muslim community to meet daily spiritual needs. The mosque functions as a neighborhood religious center offering the five daily prayers (ṣalāh), Friday (Jumuʿah) congregational prayers, and major Islamic observances such as Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Eid-ul-Adha. Beyond formal worship, it also supports Qur’anic recitation, basic religious instruction (taʿlīm), and community interaction that strengthens social and spiritual ties among families in Mogalrajapuram and adjacent localities.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: 520010, 32-22-8/2, CSI School Rd Mogalrajapuram, CSI School Rd, Mogalrajapuram, Christurajupuram, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh 520008
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Krishna
Pincode: 520008
Longitude: 80.6372° E
Latitude: 16.5095° N