Indo Islamic Heritage
In terms of accessibility, Masjid-E-Hamza benefits from Kanuru’s strong connections to Vijayawada’s transport network. The nearest major railway access is Vijayawada Junction Railway Station, located approximately 8–10 km away, offering extensive rail connectivity across India. The nearest bus terminal is Pandit Nehru Bus Station (PNBS), Vijayawada, situated around 9–11 km from Tulasi Nagar, with frequent APSRTC and interstate bus services. For air travel, the nearest airport is Vijayawada International Airport, located approximately 18–22 km away, offering regular domestic flight connectivity.
Masjid-E-Hamza is a neighborhood mosque situated at 13-27, Tulasi Nagar, Kanuru, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh (PIN 520007). Kanuru is a well-established residential locality within the Vijayawada metropolitan area, known for its mix of housing colonies, schools, shops, and community establishments that grew as the city expanded eastward. Masjid-E-Hamza was founded by the local Muslim community to provide a dedicated place of worship close to homes and daily life in Tulasi Nagar. It serves as a spiritual hub where residents gather for the five daily prayers (ṣalāh), the weekly Friday (Jumuʿah) congregational prayer, and major Islamic observances such as Ramadan Taraweeh prayers and Eid-ul-Fitr/Eid-ul-Adha gatherings. Beyond formal worship, the mosque supports Qur’anic recitation, informal religious instruction (taʿlīm), and neighborhood fellowship, strengthening social and spiritual bonds within the community.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: 13-27, Tulasi Nagar, Kanuru, Andhra Pradesh 520007
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Krishna
Pincode: 520007
Longitude: 80.6914° E
Latitude: 16.4985° N