Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Barkatiya (also referred to as Masjid Barkatiya or simply a local Masjid in listings) is a community mosque located in the Rasulpur area of Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a place of worship and gathering for the local Muslim residents in this suburban locality. While not among the most prominent historical monuments like Jama Masjid in larger cities, it represents the everyday Islamic heritage and religious life in small-town Uttar Pradesh. Specific historical details, such as the exact year of construction, are not widely documented in public sources, suggesting it is likely a modern or relatively recent local mosque (post-independence era or earlier 20th century), rather than a centuries-old heritage site.
Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh is home to a vibrant Muslim community, with numerous mosques dotting its towns and villages, reflecting centuries of Islamic influence in the region dating back to Mughal times. Among these local places of worship in the Rasulpur locality is Masjid Barkatiya Rasulpur, a modest yet significant mosque that caters to the spiritual needs of residents in this part of the city. Rasulpur is a residential and semi-urban area within Firozabad, known for its mixed population and proximity to the main city. The mosque functions as a typical neighborhood masjid, where daily prayers (namaz), Friday congregations (Jummah), and community events take place. It embodies the simple architectural style common to many local mosques in Uttar Pradesh—featuring a prayer hall, minaret for the call to prayer (azaan), and open space for worshippers. While Firozabad itself has more notable religious sites like the historic Jama Masjid in Sadar Bazaar, Masjid Barkatiya holds importance at the grassroots level, fostering unity and religious observance among locals.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 4CW6+992, Agra Rd, Jatab Puri Crossing, Rasulpur, Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh 283203
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283203
Longitude: 78.4110° E
Latitude: 27.1467° N