Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Bhikampura (often referring to local mosques like Masjid Rani Sahib or Badey Wali Masjid in the area) is a community mosque in the Bhikampura locality of Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a local place of worship for the Muslim residents and is part of the region's rich Islamic heritage influenced by the Nawabi era of Farrukhabad. Farrukhabad itself was founded in the early 18th century (around 1714) by Nawab Mohammad Khan Bangash, leading to the establishment of various mosques and religious sites.
Farrukhabad, located in Uttar Pradesh, is a historically significant city founded in 1714 by Nawab Mohammad Khan Bangash, who established it as a key center during the Mughal decline and the rise of regional nawabs. The city and its surrounding areas, including localities like Bhikampura, developed a vibrant Muslim community with numerous mosques, dargahs, and other Islamic sites that blend local traditions with Indo-Islamic architectural elements. In Bhikampura, a prominent local mosque is Masjid Rani Sahib (also known simply as a masjid in Bhikampura), which functions as a central prayer site for the neighborhood. Another notable one is Badey Wali Masjid (sometimes referred to as Gadhi Abdul Majeed Badey Wali Masjid), described as a local mosque in the area. These are typical community mosques rather than grand imperial structures, featuring simple designs with prayer halls, minarets, and open courtyards suited to daily worship. They highlight the enduring presence of Islamic culture in Farrukhabad, where mosques were often built or renovated during the Nawabi period and later times to serve growing populations.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 9HX6+8FC, Bhikampura, Kharbandi Bhikampur, Uttar Pradesh 209625
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Farrukhabad
Pincode: 209625
Longitude: 79.5881°E
Latitude: 27.3870° N