Indo Islamic Heritage
Niyaz Mairaj Fatima Masjid is a local mosque situated in Nagla Mullah (also spelled Nagla Mulla or Naglamulla), a village in the Firozabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India. It serves as a community prayer hall for the predominantly Muslim residents of this area, reflecting the everyday religious life in rural Uttar Pradesh.
Nagla Mullah is a small village in the Firozabad tehsil and district of Uttar Pradesh, known for its strong Muslim community heritage. The village features several mosques, with Niyaz Mairaj Fatima Masjid standing out as a key local religious site. Named possibly in honor of revered figures or family lineages (common in naming conventions for mosques in the region), it serves the spiritual needs of residents, including daily namaz, Jumu'ah prayers, and occasional religious events or niyaz (food offerings/distribution). Unlike prominent historical Islamic sites in Uttar Pradesh—such as the Taj Mahal-adjacent mosques in Agra, the grand Jama Masjid in Fatehpur Sikri, or the historic shrines in Lucknow and Delhi—this masjid is a typical village-level mosque. It embodies the grassroots Islamic architectural and communal traditions in rural northern India, where simpler structures prioritize functionality, community access, and local devotion over elaborate imperial designs. Such mosques often feature basic minarets, prayer halls, and open courtyards adapted to village life. The mosque contributes to the social fabric of Nagla Mullah, a place described in local accounts as a significant Muslim village with multiple places of worship. It remains an active site for residents, fostering unity and religious practice in the region.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 4C6R+5V, Nagla Mullah, Uttar Pradesh 283205
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283205
Longitude: 78.40°E
Latitude: 27.15°N