Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Imam Raza A.S is a local mosque located in Usmanpur, Jalalpur, within the Ambedkar Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India. Serving as a significant place of worship for the local Muslim community, it holds religious importance and reflects the cultural heritage of the region.
Masjid Imam Raza A.S, situated in the village of Usmanpur in the Jalalpur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, is a revered Islamic site that caters to the spiritual needs of the local Muslim population. Named after Imam Reza (Ali ibn Musa al-Rida), the eighth Shia Imam, the mosque is a place of communal prayer and religious gatherings, fostering a sense of unity and devotion among worshippers. It stands as a testament to the region’s rich Islamic heritage, contributing to the cultural and religious fabric of Ambedkar Nagar. The mosque is located in a region where Islam is the second-largest religion, with approximately 16.75% of the district’s population identifying as Muslim, according to the 2011 Census of India. The architecture and design of Masjid Imam Raza A.S are modest yet functional, typical of local mosques in rural Uttar Pradesh, providing a serene environment for daily prayers, Friday congregations, and religious observances during Islamic festivals such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. While specific historical details about the mosque’s construction are scarce, it is an integral part of the local community in Usmanpur, a village within the Jalalpur block. The mosque serves not only as a place of worship but also as a community hub where locals gather for religious education and social activities. Its significance lies in its role as a spiritual anchor for the residents of Usmanpur and surrounding areas.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 8P7W+8PV, Usmapur, Jalalpur, Uttar Pradesh 224149
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Ambedkar Nagar
Pincode: 224149
Longitude: 82.739669 E
Latitude: 26.310248 N