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Madrasa Banat (Taza Fikr)

Madrasa Banat (Taza Fikr) is a residential Islamic seminary for girls located in Barahpura, Bhagalpur, Bihar (PIN 812002). Operated by the education wing of the Taza Fikr Islamic Centre, it provides integrated religious–secular learning. Girls are educated in Quran memorization (Hifz), Tajwīd, Arabic, Urdu, English, plus household and vocational skills like sewing and embroidery. The madrasa runs a hostelfor girls with CCTV security, three meals/day, laundry, stationery, and full support for orphans and needy students. Admission is selective, requiring proficiency in Noorani Qaida, Urdu, Hindi, and basic English. It began in 2021 under the same network as Madrasa Sayyidna Usman Lil Banat.

Madrasa Banat (Taza Fikr) is the all-girls branch of the Taza Fikr Islamic Centre in Barahpura, Bhagalpur, sharing the same campus code (62W4+G6). Established in October 2021, its foundational mission is to empower girls through deep Islamic scholarship and essential worldly skills . Curriculum & Education Model: Religious Studies: Quran memorization (Hifz), Tajwīd, and Islamic sciences Language Studies: Arabic, Urdu, English, and Hindi Vocational Training: Sewing, embroidery, housekeeping skills Values Education: Emphasis on diligence, humility, Dua, and Zikr Modern Foundation: Basic computer literacy introduced in line with Taza Fikr’s holistic mission Residential & Welfare Setup: On-campus girls’ hostel (Darul‑Iqama) under female supervision Continuous security via CCTV monitoring Meals: three daily meals + laundry service Stationery, books sold at cost in-house Free boarding and education for orphans and underprivileged girls Admissions Criteria: Applicants aged 7–10 years with full independence in daily tasks (e.g., Wudu, Ghusl) Entry test covering Noorani Qaida, Urdu, Hindi, English Admission window: 1st Rajab to end of Sha’ban in Islamic calendar; hostel enrollment follows in Shawwal Required documents: Aadhaar IDs for student, guardian, passport photos Guardians must commit to madrasa rules and policies Management & Community Links: Operated by the Taza Fikr Islamic Centre, a charitable organization focused on education, orphan care, mosque services, water, and widow aid Functions alongside Madrasa Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (boys) and Madrasa Sayyidna Usman Lil Banat (another girls’ seminary) All madrasas are registered as part of Taza Fikr’s educational initiative Campus Facilities: CCTV surveillance throughout hostel and study areas Fully-supported boarding amenities In-house book and stationery provision No detailed mention of playgrounds, computer labs, or external digital infrastructure Impact & Growth: Although new (since 2021), Madrasa Banat exemplifies Taza Fikr’s vision: equipping girls with comprehensive religious, academic, and life skills. The emphasis on orphans, vocational training, and residence illustrates a modern, inclusive approach to Islamic girls’ education in Bhagalpur.

Year of Built: October 2021

Address: Madrasa Banat (Taza Fikr) Barahpura (Plus Code 62W4+G6) Bhagalpur – 812002 Bihar, India

Country: India

State: Bihar

District: Bhagalpur

Pincode: 812002

Longitude: 87.02° E

Latitude: 25.25° N