About Dumuriput Hanuman Temple
Dumuriput Hanuman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Dumuriput village between Koraput and Sunabeda in Koraput district, Odisha. It is renowned for its 108-foot tall standing statue of Lord Hanuman, one of the tallest in Odisha, visible from National Highway 26 and the adjacent railway line. The temple complex attracts devotees and tourists for darshan and photography, serving as a well-known landmark in the Koraput region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a roadside temple complex dominated by a towering 108-foot standing Hanuman statue visible from a distance. The complex includes the main shrine at the base of the statue, open courtyard, prayer areas and small shops selling prasad and flowers. The setting is flat and accessible directly from NH 26, with views of the statue from the highway and railway station. Visitors can offer prayers, take photographs of the statue from outside, and explore the courtyard area.
Key highlights
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108-foot tall standing statue of Lord Hanuman, among the tallest in Odisha
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Located directly on National Highway 26 between Koraput and Sunabeda
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Visible from Dumuriput Railway Station and highway for passing travelers
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Popular stop for darshan and photography for devotees and tourists
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Open courtyard with shrine at the base of the statue
History of Dumuriput Hanuman Temple
The temple is a modern devotional structure developed in recent decades around the installation of the 108-foot Hanuman statue, which has since become a landmark for the Koraput region and a symbol of devotion along the Koraput-Sunabeda corridor
Culture & Context
Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, revered as Sankat Mochan and protector, the temple is an important place of worship for local devotees and travelers seeking blessings for safe journeys; Hanuman Jayanti and Tuesdays and Saturdays see increased devotional gatherings
Route
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