Indo Islamic Heritage
Hajipura Masjid is a local mosque located in the Tilak Nagar area of Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. Situated in the bustling Sadar Bazaar vicinity along Hajipura Road/Circular Road, it serves as a community prayer site for residents in this part of the city. While not among the prominently historical or ancient Islamic landmarks of Firozabad (such as the Shahi Masjid attributed to Sher Shah Suri or Shah Jahan eras), it represents the everyday religious heritage of the region's Muslim community in a modern urban setting.
Firozabad, a city in Uttar Pradesh renowned for its glassware industry, also boasts a rich tapestry of religious sites, including several mosques that reflect Islamic architectural and cultural influences from various periods. Among these is the Hajipura Masjid, situated in the Tilak Nagar locality near Sadar Bazaar. This mosque, sometimes locally associated with names like Masjid Aaga Sahab (or Aghasahab), stands as a functional place of worship in a densely populated residential and market area. The mosque is accessible via Hajipura Road in Tilak Nagar, a neighborhood integrated into Firozabad's urban fabric. Firozabad itself has deeper historical Islamic connections, with landmarks like the Shahi Masjid in Katra Pathanan (possibly dating to the Sher Shah Suri period or completed under Shah Jahan in the 17th century) and the Jama Masjid highlighting Mughal-era heritage. In contrast, Hajipura Masjid appears to cater primarily to the local Muslim community in this part of the city, serving daily prayers, Friday congregations, and community gatherings.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Masjid Aghasahab, Circular Rd, Tilak Nagar, Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh 283203
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283203
Longitude: 78.3960° E
Latitude: 27.1590° N