Khudneshwar Asthan

Khudneshwar Asthan is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Morwa block of Samastipur district, Bihar, about 17 km from Samastipur town. Centered around a self-manifested Shiva lingam and surrounded by a large sacred pond, it is a major religious center of the Mithila region. The temple draws large numbers of devotees during Maha Shivratri and the holy month of Shravan for its spiritual importance and tranquil setting.

Visitors can expect a traditional North Indian Shiva temple complex with a main sanctum housing the Shiva lingam, surrounding prayer halls and a large pond (talab) adjacent to the temple. The setting is open and rural with courtyards for gatherings, small shrines, and stalls selling offerings and prasad. The atmosphere is devotional, especially during festivals when crowds gather for rituals, chanting and fairs. The complex is walkable and can be explored on foot.

According to local legend, the Shiva lingam at Khudneshwar Asthan was discovered by a woman named Khudni while digging the earth, after which the site developed as a place of worship and came to be known as Khudneshwar. The temple has since been developed and renovated by devotees and local patrons and is regarded as one of the oldest and most revered Shiva shrines in Samastipur district.

Khudneshwar Asthan is a significant religious and cultural center for the Mithila region. It is especially revered during Maha Shivratri and the month of Shravan when devotees perform Jalabhishek and Kanwar Yatra rituals. The annual fair and gatherings reflect local devotional traditions and community participation.