Khodiyar Mata Temple

Khodiyar Mata Temple at Rajpara is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Khodiyar Mata, located in Rajpara village, Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar District, Gujarat. Situated about 25 km from Bhavnagar city, it is revered as the kuldevi of many communities in Gujarat. The temple features traditional architecture with a sanctum housing the goddess idol and a spacious courtyard. It attracts devotees throughout the year, especially during Navratri.

Visitors can expect a traditional Hindu temple complex in a village setting with a main shrine housing the idol of Goddess Khodiyar Mata, decorated mandapa, and open courtyard for gatherings. The surroundings include prasad and flower shops, parking area, and views of the rural landscape. Devotees perform darshan and prayers, while visitors can observe daily rituals, aarti, and festive decorations during Navratri and weekends when crowds are larger.

The temple is dedicated to Goddess Khodiyar Mata, a form of Shakti widely worshipped in Gujarat. Local tradition associates the goddess with protection and fulfillment of wishes. The Rajpara shrine is one of the well-known Khodiyar temples in the Bhavnagar region and has been developed and renovated over time through community patronage, serving as an important centre of devotion for centuries.

Goddess Khodiyar is regarded as kuldevi by Leuva Patel, Gohil and other communities in Gujarat. The temple is a focal point for religious gatherings, especially during Navratri when special prayers, aarti and fairs are held. It reflects regional devotional traditions, folk beliefs and community identity centered on Shakti worship.