Indo Islamic Heritage
Jama Masjid Abu Talha is a congregational mosque situated in Navpura, Mau, Uttar Pradesh. It serves the surrounding Muslim community as a centre for daily prayers, Friday congregations, Ramadan worship and other religious activities. The mosque forms part of the living Islamic heritage of Maunath Bhanjan and contributes to the religious character of the Navpura locality.
Jama Masjid Abu Talha is located in Navpura, an established urban locality of Mau city. As a Jama Masjid, it serves as a congregational place of worship where the five daily prayers and weekly Jumu'ah prayer are offered. The mosque also supports religious observances during Ramadan, including Taraweeh and Qur'anic recitation, as well as Eid prayers and other community gatherings. The mosque is named after Abu Talha al-Ansari (RA), a well-known companion of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), remembered in Islamic tradition for his faith, generosity and service to the Muslim community. The name reflects the devotional character of the institution, although it does not indicate a direct historical association with the companion. Beyond worship, the mosque serves as a community space supporting religious learning, social interaction and charitable activities. Its continued use contributes to the living religious heritage of Navpura and Mau. I could not locate reliable historical documentation establishing the exact year of construction, founder, architectural history or protected-heritage status of this particular mosque. These details should therefore be verified through local records or field documentation before being included as historical facts.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: WHJ4+M36, Navpura, Mau, Uttar Pradesh 275101
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Mau
Pincode: 275101
Longitude: 83.555° E
Latitude: 25.945° N