Indo Islamic Heritage
Madarsa Furqania is a historic Islamic seminary and educational institution located in Mewatiyan within the Jhanjhari Block of Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271001, India. It is well-known locally as a centre for traditional Islamic learning, religious instruction, and Qur’anic studies.
Madarsa Furqania stands as one of the oldest and most respected Islamic learning centres in Gonda district, contributing significantly to the region’s religious education and cultural heritage. Established in 1935 through community initiative, the madarsa has served generations of students and seekers of knowledge and continues to be an influential institution in the local Islamic educational landscape. Traditionally, madarsas (Islamic seminaries) like Furqania focus on tafsir (Qur’anic exegesis), hadith (Prophetic traditions), fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), Arabic language, and other religious disciplines. Over the decades, Furqania has become a gathering place for students, scholars, and community members who value deep study as well as spiritual formation rooted in classical Islamic scholarship. The school’s name, “Furqania,” refers to al-Furqan — a title of the Qur’an meaning “that which distinguishes truth from falsehood” — underscoring its mission to nurture both knowledge and character. Its curriculum and community activities reflect longstanding traditions of Islamic instruction, spiritual growth, and community engagement. Local reviews and community feedback highlight Furqania’s reputation as a caring and academically grounded institution, with positive testimonials from parents, alumni, and visitors over the years.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Jhanjhari Block, Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271003
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gonda
Pincode: 271003
Longitude: 81.96247° E
Latitude: 27.12520° N