Indo Islamic Heritage
The nearest railway station to Kazi Bazar Masjid is Cuttack Junction, located approximately 2.5 km away and well-connected by local transport. The closest airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, around 30 km from the masjid, accessible via NH16. While Cuttack does not have a metro system, local transport like auto-rickshaws and city buses operate frequently. The nearest major bus stand is Badambadi Bus Stand, about 3 km away, serving both intra-city and intercity routes.
The Kazi Bazar Masjid, located on Kazi Bazaar Road in Oriya Bazar, Cuttack, owes its origins to the rise of Muslim judicial authority in the region. During Mughal rule in Odisha, the title “Kazi” (a judge) became prominent under the court hierarchy, and several Kazis settled in this part of Cuttack, giving rise to the name “Kazi Bazaar”. The mosque itself emerged soon after—as part of the community infrastructure built by these Muslim settlers—serving the spiritual needs of families residing in the area. Although precise records of its architectural date are scarce, its establishment likely dates back to the 18th or early 19th century, a period when Islamic institutions flourished in Cuttack following Mughal administrative integration .Over the years, the mosque has remained a central place for daily prayers and communal gatherings, thriving amidst Cuttack’s historic harmony where both Hindus and Muslims celebrate each other’s festivals and seamlessly coexist .
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Kazi Bazaar Rd, Kaji Bazar, Oriya Bazar, Cuttack, Odisha 753002
Country: India
State: Odisha
District: Cuttack
Pincode: 753002
Longitude: 85.8829° E
Latitude: 20.4806° N