Jama Masjid, Delhi

The bustling locality of Jama Masjid gets its name from the greatest mosque in India, Masjid-I Jahan-Numa or Jama Masjid in Delhi, constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Jama Masjid is a small neighbourhood tucked away in the centre of ancient Delhi near Chandni Chowk. It is in Old Delhi's beating heart and enjoys several amenities nearby. Jama Masjid is a welcome respite from the other extremely packed areas of the capital city. It is a well-known neighbourhood in Central Delhi providing builder homes and floors for a premium price. Being in proximity to the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, the area is a well-known shopping district. It has a dedicated metro station on the Yellow Line that connects it to HUDA City Centre and Samaypur Badli. 

What’s Great About Jama Masjid	What’s Not Great About Jama Masjid
Chawri Bazar and Sadar Bazar are nearby, with other designated marketplaces.	Jama masjid area has a high selling price due to its prime location.
A well-liked rental centre with good social infrastructure.	Unkept and unhygienic roads.
Near several major business and transportation centres.	Overcrowded locality due to the presence of religious places nearby.
The distance to IGI Airport through Sardar Patel Marg is about 16 kilometres.	Lack of traffic rules and inspection.
Lok Nayak Hospital, Sanjeevan Hospital, and Kasturba Hospital are nearby.	Frequent power outages.

Physical Infrastructure and Livability Index

Jama Masjid is a popular Central Delhi neighbourhood in Chandni Chowk, primarily providing builder floors and homes. Besides being a well-known commercial district, the area is also where Red Fort and Jama Masjid are located. The locality is close to NH-44, guaranteeing smooth communication across the city. Connaught Place and Barakhamba Road, two significant commercial areas, are three kilometres away. Although the locality enjoys all the benefits of being a hotspot of residential and tourist attractions, the air quality index of the area is 148 AQI which is hazardous for the residents here.

Social Infrastructure - Schools Nearby / Restaurants / Healthcare Centres

Excellent social infrastructure exists in Jama Masjid. The current construction has dramatically altered the area's appearance. The locality has several other amenities, such as:

Schools

• Shree Public School 
• Jai Bharat School
• Presentation Convent Senior Secondary School
• V. D. U. C. Ramjas P. School  

Hospitals

• Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital
• Lok Nayak Hospital
• Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital
• Shroff Eye Centre

Restaurants

• Al Jawahar Restaurant
• Rehmatullah Hotel
• The Walled City | Rooftop & Heritage Café
• Wah Ji Wah Restaurant
• Moti Mahal Restaurant
• Playboy Cafe

Shopping Malls & Market / Banks / Airport / Metro / Bus Terminal / Railway Station Nearby / Parks Nearby

Jama Masjid is a shopping hub for visitors and residents. The area is close to many small shopping centres and malls in Old Delhi. It also boasts seamless banking service, road connectivity, and public transport.

Shopping Malls

• Mohan Singh Place Office cum Shopping Complex
• Sadar Bazar Market
• Dargah Shaikh Kalimullah Market
• HP Market

Banks 

• Kotak Mahindra Bank ATM
• IndusInd Bank Limited ATM - Chandni Chowk
• Bank Of Baroda ATM
• HDFC Bank Branch / ATM

Metro Station

• Jama Masjid Metro Station 
• Lal Qila Metro Station 
• Chandni Chowk Metro Station 
• Chawri Bazar Metro Station 

Airport

• Indira Gandhi International Airport
• Safdarjung Airport

Bus Terminal

• Koria Pul
• Asaf Ali College
• Delhi Gate Bus Station

Railway Station

• Old Delhi Railway Station
• New Delhi Railway Station

Parks

• Shantivan
• Qudsia Bagh
• Central Park
• Mandi House Gol Chakkar, New Delhi

Popular Roads in Jama Masjid

• The popular area of Jama Masjid is connected to the favourite cultural spot of Connaught Place in New Delhi via Baba Kharak Singh Road. 
• Netaji Subhash Marg is another route the travellers use the most to visit Red Fort.
• The Sadar Bazaar area connects Jama Masjid via Lalkuan Bazar Road.
• The locality is connected to New Delhi areas via Outer Ring Road. 

Home Services in Jama Masjid- Interior / Movers & Packers / Rental Furniture & Appliances / Solar Roof Top Services

The locality is one of the busiest areas and has several possibilities for interior design services, furniture rentals, and solar panel installation. Here are some most trusted service providers within 10 kilometres of the locality.

Interior Design Services 

Some interior designing services within 5-6 kilometres of Jama Masjid are: 

• Blue Crane Interior
• Earth Smiths
• Dezine Innovation 

Movers and Packers

• Express Relocation Movers and Packers
• South Relocation Packers & Movers

Furniture/Appliance Rentals 

Some of the most reliable furniture and appliance rental services in Jama Masjid are:

• H.R. Enterprises
• Creature Comforts

Solar Rooftop Services 

Jama Masjid has abundant options for efficient solar panel installation services. Some choices for solar panel installation in Jama Masjid are as follows:

• Surya Solar & Power Company
• Kamal Sound- REPUBLIC SOLAR
• Indo AGVR Solar Energy

Nearby Locality to Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid is close to Old Delhi, Paharganj, Malka Ganj, Connaught Place, and Civil Lines. Here are the top four surrounding areas of the locality:

Locality	Distance	Commute Time	Cab Fare
Paharganj	2. 8 kilometres	21 minutes	Rs. 100-150
Malka Ganj	6 kilometres	22 minutes	Rs. 200
Civil Lines	4.8 kilometres	16 minutes	Rs. 100-150
Sadar Bazar	2.5 kilometres	22 minutes	Rs. 100-150

How People Rate Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid is one of Delhi's most well-known and active markets, giving visitors and locals a feel of the city's rich tradition and culture. Established over three centuries, the market is unique in charm and vibrancy. With everything from spices, sweets, and street food to traditional apparel and textiles, the locality is known for its crowded streets, small lanes, and several goods. The residents adore these amenities and give a 4-star rating.

How to Visit Jama Masjid

Hiring a taxi is the most convenient way to get to Jama Masjid from Delhi Airport. The locals take the metro from the Delhi airport to the Jama Masjid metro station for the quickest route. It only takes about 20 minutes. You can take a car or rickshaw or walk 750 metres from the metro station to the mosque.

Places To Visit in Jama Masjid

The mosque is within Shahjahanabad, a mediaeval city now known as Old Delhi. The Red Fort and Sunehri Masjid are located across from the city centre. Jama Masjid, one of the main attractions in Old Delhi, is bordered by several shopping districts, including the famed Chandni Chowk. Abul Kalam Azad's grave and St. James Church, one of Delhi's oldest cathedrals, are renowned for their stunning architectural and historical importance. The locals can take in the heritage of Delhi at these popular locations near the locality.

Locality Comparison

Beautiful Havelis, standalone homes or villas, standalone builder floors, and flats make up most of the residential options at Jama Masjid. The locality has several residential developments, such as Faheem Apartment and Bhargava's. Popular neighbourhoods surround the Jama Masjid locality, including Paharganj, Connaught Place, Karol Bagh, Patel Nagar, and Patparganj. However, Jama Masjid offers reasonable property prices and amenities compared to these.

Wrapping Up

Jama Masjid is recognised as the first and only continuous experiment in human unity and consciousness development that has received international endorsement. It also actively investigates sustainable living practices and humanity's long-term cultural, environmental, social, and spiritual requirements. It consists of a collection of estates located 12 kilometres north of Pondicherry.