Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid-e-Bilal (Maidan Wali Masjid) is a neighbourhood congregational mosque located in Purana, Gorakhnath, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273015, India. Often referred to locally as the “Maidan Wali Masjid”, it serves as an important centre for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregations, and community religious activities.
Nestled within the historic sector of Purana near Gorakhnath, Masjid-e-Bilal stands as a vibrant spiritual landmark in the heart of Gorakhpur. The mosque’s name honours Hazrat Bilal ibn Rabah (RA) — the first Mu’adhdhin (caller to prayer) in Islamic history — reflecting its role as a place where the adhan (call to prayer) plays a central part in daily religious life. The mosque’s alternate local name, “Maidan Wali Masjid,” suggests its longstanding presence near an open ground (maidan), where gatherings and community interactions traditionally took place. Over time, this location has become an integral part of neighbourhood identity — a space where spirituality and everyday life intersect.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Q9C4+CR6, Purana, Gorakhnath, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273015
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gorakhpur
Pincode: 273015
Longitude: 83.3570141° E
Latitude: 26.7710358° N