Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Sikandar Faizul Islam is a neighbourhood congregational mosque located in Jhanjhari Block, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh 271003, India. It serves as a local centre for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregation, and Ramadan religious activities, supporting the spiritual life of the surrounding community.
Masjid Sikandar Faizul Islam stands within the residential clusters of Jhanjhari Block in Gonda, contributing to the vibrant network of neighbourhood mosques that sustain daily Islamic worship in the district. The name “Faizul Islam” means “The Grace or Blessing of Islam,” reflecting a devotional aspiration that the mosque serve as a source of spiritual benefit for the community. The inclusion of “Sikandar” may reference a local patron, founder, or respected individual associated with its establishment. As a congregational mosque, it facilitates the five daily Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — providing residents with a consistent and accessible place of worship. The mosque becomes particularly significant on Fridays, when the Jumuʿah prayer is held along with a khutbah (sermon) offering guidance drawn from the Qur’an and Hadith, often addressing contemporary community matters.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 4X9G+FCP, Jhanjhari Block, Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271003
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gonda
Pincode: 271003
Longitude: 81.96° E
Latitude: 27.13° N