Indo Islamic Heritage
The nearest airport to Bade Khan Gazi Masjid in Motiganj, Manikhamb, Balasore is Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, approximately 200 km away. The closest railway facility is Balasore Railway Station, located just 1–2 km from the mosque, offering convenient train connectivity. The nearest bus station is the Balasore Bus Stand, also within a short distance of 2–3 km, providing frequent local and intercity bus services.
Bade Khan Gazi Masjid – Sunni Hanafi is a respected Sunni‑Hanafi mosque serving the local Muslim community in Motiganj, Balasore, approximately one kilometer from Balasore Railway Station . While detailed historical records of its founding and architectural lineage are limited, it stands as a community centre and place of worship, appreciated for its approachable location, active engagement, and warm hospitality . The mosque’s significance derives from its role as both a religious and social hub within the Gopalgoan and Manikhamb neighbourhoods, reflecting the growth of Muslim religious institutions in Odisha over the centuries, influenced by Sunni‐scholars and saints who fostered communal life during the Mughal and later periods .
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Motiganj, Manikhamb, Balasore, Gopalgoan, Odisha 756001
Country: India
State: Odisha
District: Balasore
Pincode: 756001
Longitude: 86.9335° E
Latitude: 21.4927° N