Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Garib Nawaz is a neighbourhood congregational mosque located in Jhanjhari Block, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh 271003, India. It serves as a centre for daily worship, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregation, and devotional gatherings, reflecting strong Sufi-influenced Sunni traditions within the locality.
Masjid Garib Nawaz carries a name filled with affection and reverence. “Garib Nawaz”, meaning “Benefactor of the Poor,” is a title widely associated with the great Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (RA) of Ajmer, whose legacy of compassion, humility, and service continues to inspire generations across India. By bearing this name, the mosque reflects values of inclusivity, mercy, and spiritual generosity. Situated within Jhanjhari Block of Gonda, the mosque stands as a sanctuary of devotion amidst the everyday rhythm of village and semi-urban life. The five daily prayers — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — form the spiritual heartbeat of the surrounding neighbourhood, drawing worshippers into collective remembrance.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 4XM6+HQR, Jhanjhari Block, Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271003
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gonda
Pincode: 271003
Longitude: 81.98° E
Latitude: 27.13° N