Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Abu Bakr is a neighbourhood mosque located in Mata Mohalla, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh 245101, India. It serves as a centre for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregation, and community religious gatherings, forming an integral part of the spiritual life of the locality.
Situated in the traditional locality of Mata Mohalla, Masjid Abu Bakr is a modest yet important place of worship reflecting the close-knit social structure of Hapur’s old residential quarters. Such mohallas are characterised by densely built homes, narrow lanes, and strong communal ties, where mosques serve as both spiritual centres and spaces of daily interaction. The mosque is named after Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA), the first Caliph of Islam and a close companion of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Known for his truthfulness, humility, and unwavering faith, Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) represents ideals that the mosque symbolically upholds within the community. Masjid Abu Bakr facilitates the five obligatory Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — bringing together residents from Mata Mohalla throughout the day. These congregational prayers foster discipline, unity, and a shared spiritual identity. On Fridays, the mosque hosts the Jumuʿah prayer, drawing a larger congregation from nearby areas. The khutbah (sermon) delivered during this weekly gathering typically emphasises Qur’anic teachings, moral integrity, honesty, and social responsibility, reflecting the values associated with Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA).
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 245101, Peer Bhaauddin, Mata Mohalla, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh 245101
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Hapur
Pincode: 245101
Longitude: 77.78° E
Latitude: 28.73° N