Giroudpuri Dham and Jaitkhamb

Giroudpuri Dham and Jaitkhamb is the principal pilgrimage centre of the Satnami community located in Giroudpuri, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is the birthplace of Guru Ghasidas, founder of Satnampanth in the 18th century. The site is dominated by the tall white Jaitkhamb, a symbol of the faith, along with temples, Amrit Kund and Chhata Pahad.

Visitors can expect a large white tower-like Jaitkhamb (victory pillar) as the central structure, surrounded by temple complexes, prayer halls and open courtyards. The site includes Guru Ghasidas Temple, Amrit Kund sacred pond, and Chhata Pahad hillock. The setting is a flat rural pilgrimage town with simple facilities, shops selling offerings, and open areas used for gatherings and annual fairs.

Giroudpuri is the birthplace of Guru Ghasidas (1756-1836), founder of the Satnampanth sect which advocated equality and truth (Satnam). The Jaitkhamb was erected as a symbol of his teachings. The site has been a centre of the Satnami community since the late 18th century.