Katyayani Asthan

Katyayani Asthan is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Katyayani, located at Dhamara Ghat on the banks of the Kosi River in Khagaria (Saharsa region) district, Bihar. Considered a Shakti Peetha and one of the prominent Navadurga shrines in Bihar, it attracts devotees especially during Navratri. The temple complex features a sanctum with the deity idol, open courtyards and riverfront ghats, serving as an important religious and cultural centre in the Mithila-Kosi region.

Visitors can expect a modest temple complex with a main sanctum housing the idol of Goddess Katyayani, open courtyards for prayer and gatherings, and steps leading to the Kosi River ghat. The surroundings are rural and riverside, with small shops selling flowers, prasad and offerings. The atmosphere is devotional, especially crowded during Navratri and other festivals, with devotees performing darshan, rituals and parikrama within the temple premises.

Katyayani Asthan is traditionally associated with Goddess Katyayani, worshipped as the warrior form of Durga. Local tradition regards it as a Shakti Peetha where devotees believe the deity's presence is manifested. The temple has long served as a regional pilgrimage centre for the Kosi-Mithila area and is historically linked to riverine settlement and religious practices along the Kosi River.

The temple is a significant centre of Shakti worship in Bihar and holds importance during Navratri and Durga Puja, when large fairs and special rituals are held. It is culturally important for communities in Saharsa, Khagaria and surrounding districts, reflecting devotional traditions of the Mithila region and riverbank pilgrimage customs.