Indo Islamic Heritage
The Imliyabag Masjid (also referred to in local context as Imliyabag Kheldar or associated with the area) is a local historic mosque situated in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. It appears to be a community-level place of worship rather than a major architectural landmark like the famous Jama Masjid in nearby Fatehpur Sikri.
The Imliyabag Masjid, sometimes locally referenced in connection with Imliyabag Kheldar (possibly a variant spelling or nearby landmark/area name), stands as a modest yet enduring example of 19th-century Islamic architecture in the Fatehpur area. Constructed around 180-185 years ago (approximately 1839–1844), it was built during the later period of British colonial influence in India, when many community mosques were established or expanded in towns and villages to serve growing populations. This mosque functions primarily as a local place for daily prayers (namaz) and community gatherings, typical of many such structures in Uttar Pradesh that are not grand monuments but integral to neighborhood life. Its architecture is likely simple and functional—featuring traditional elements like a prayer hall (mihrab-oriented), possibly a small minaret or dome, and open courtyard—reflecting regional styles rather than Mughal grandeur. In recent times, the mosque came into the news when, in December 2024, the district administration demolished a portion of it, claiming the extended section (built in the last few years) encroached on the Banda-Fatehpur Road (State Highway). The main historic building was reportedly untouched, but the incident highlighted ongoing tensions around heritage preservation, urban development, and property disputes in the region.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: WRM7+M6Q, Imliyabag kheldar, Uttar Pradesh 212601
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Fatehpur
Pincode: 212601
Longitude: 80.8000°E
Latitude: 25.9300°N