Indo Islamic Heritage
The nearest airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, approximately 120 km away; the closest major railway station is Bhadrak Railway Station, about 40 km distant; and the nearest bus stand for regional services is the Baramunda (Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar) Bus Terminal in Bhubaneswar, located roughly 115 km from Paikakul.
The Charminar Masjid located on Krishnanandpur Road in Talbarai, Paikakul, Balubisi, Odisha 754135, is a small yet significant mosque established by the local Muslim community, likely in the 20th century. Named after the iconic Charminar of Hyderabad, the mosque reflects local architectural inspiration with possible features like four corner pillars, though it holds no direct historical link to the original monument. Serving as a central place of worship, it hosts daily prayers and Friday congregations, catering to the spiritual and communal needs of nearby residents. While not a heritage structure, it stands as a symbol of the area's Islamic faith and local unity.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Krishnanandpur Road, Talbarai, Paikakul, Balubisi, Odisha 754135
Country: India
State: Odisha
District: Kendrapara
Pincode: 754135
Longitude: 20.6307° N
Latitude: 86.7654°