Indo Islamic Heritage
A mosque located in Awas Vikas Colony, Barabanki, known locally as Kachery Wali Masjid, serving the Muslim community in the area.
Kachery Wali Masjid is a prominent neighborhood mosque located in Awas Vikas Colony, a well-known residential area of Barabanki city, Uttar Pradesh. Locally referred to as “Kachery Wali” because of its proximity to the district court complex (kacheri), the mosque serves as an important center of daily worship and community gatherings. Its serene setting amidst the planned colony makes it a spiritual landmark for residents and visitors alike. The mosque hosts all five daily congregational prayers and the larger Jum’ah (Friday) prayer, bringing together worshippers from nearby localities. During the holy months of Ramadan and Eid, the mosque becomes a vibrant hub of activity, with extended prayers (Tarawih), Quranic recitations, and festive community interactions. Architecturally, Kachery Wali Masjid reflects the modest elegance typical of contemporary North Indian mosques. Its clean white façade and simple minarets create a tranquil appearance, while the prayer hall provides ample space for the faithful. The mosque also offers basic amenities such as a wheelchair-accessible entrance, ensuring inclusivity for elderly and differently-abled worshippers. Beyond religious functions, the mosque plays a social role as a place of learning and guidance, often hosting small religious classes, community meetings, and charitable drives, particularly during festive seasons. Though its exact year of construction is not recorded in public documents, local accounts suggest that the mosque has steadily grown with the expansion of Awas Vikas Colony, becoming a recognized landmark for both spiritual devotion and communal harmony in Barabanki.
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Address: W5GJ+5H2, Awas Vikas Colony, Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh 225001
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Barabanki
Pincode: 225001
Longitude: 81.188324° E
Latitude: 26.937834° N