Indo Islamic Heritage
The Dargah Sharif of Hazrat Syed Yaseen Shah Data (R.A.) is a revered Sufi shrine located in Selharapur (also spelled Selhrapur or Khukhundu), in the Deoria district of Uttar Pradesh, India. It serves as the mausoleum of the esteemed Sufi saint Hazrat Syed Yaseen Shah, a great Auliya Allah from the lineage connected to the Prophet's family (Aale Rasool S.A.W.), and attracts devotees seeking spiritual blessings.
The Dargah Sharif of Hazrat Syed Yaseen Shah Data Rahmatullah Alaih, situated in the village of Selharapur (Khukhundu) near Lar in Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, is a significant Sufi shrine dedicated to the pious saint Hazrat Syed Yaseen Shah (R.A.). Known affectionately as "Data" (the giver), the saint is venerated for his spiritual eminence and devotion within the Sufi tradition. The shrine, often referred to as Selharapur Sharif, functions as a center for ziyarat (pilgrimage) where followers gather to pay respects, offer prayers, and seek intercession for their needs. Though detailed historical records about the saint's life and the exact construction of the dargah are limited in public sources, it is recognized as a place of reverence among local and regional devotees. The current management and spiritual succession (Gaddi Nasheen) are associated with descendants, including figures like Saiyad Shakil Ahmad Shah. The site embodies the rich Sufi heritage of eastern Uttar Pradesh, similar to other prominent dargahs in the region that promote peace, unity, and devotion.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 9R6J+V73, Khukhundu, Selharapur, Deoria, Uttar Pradesh 274182
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Deoria
Pincode: 274182
Longitude: 83.85°E
Latitude: 26.35°N