Prayer times – Nowrangapur

Muslim Presence in Nowrangapur Nowrangapur, a city in Odisha, India, is home to a diverse population including a Muslim community that has been part of the region's social fabric for generations. While specific historical records are limited, the presence of several mosques and prayer places in and around the city indicates a long-standing Muslim settlement. The community contributes to the cultural and economic life of Nowrangapur, with families, students, and workers observing their faith in this vibrant city.

Local Mosques and Prayer Places The Muslim community in Nowrangapur is served by several prayer places, primarily located in nearby towns such as Jeypore and Koraput. Notable among these is the Shia Imamia Masjid in Jeypore, situated on Jamal Lane, Mill Street. This mosque serves as a central place of worship for Shia Muslims in the area. Other mosques include the Koraput Sunni Jama Masjid in Koraput, and various masjids in Jeypore such as Madina Masjid on Nagarchi Street and Sunni Zama Mosque on Samantaray Street. These prayer places reflect the community's implantation across the region, with mapped locations in Jeypore's sectors like Bikram Nagar and Vivek Vihar, as well as in Koraput.

Prayer Time Orientation Muslims in Nowrangapur follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and the seasons. Nowrangapur operates on Asia/Kolkata timezone (IST). The Qibla direction for prayer is towards Mecca, with the exact bearing and distance available on this page. The calculation method used for prayer times is specified to ensure accuracy for the local community.