About Nahariya Baba Hanuman Temple
Nahariya Baba Hanuman Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in Nahariya locality of Janjgir in Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. Situated near the town centre, it is a locally revered shrine known for its Hanuman idol and regular devotional gatherings. The temple serves as a community religious centre and is visited by devotees from Janjgir and surrounding areas, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small to medium-sized Hindu temple complex in a town setting with a sanctum housing the Hanuman idol, an open courtyard and prayer hall. The surroundings are semi-urban with local shops and residential areas. Visitors can observe daily worship, offer prayers, and experience devotional chanting, particularly on Tuesdays and Saturdays when crowds are larger. The site is accessible on foot within Janjgir town.
Key highlights
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Dedicated shrine to Lord Hanuman in Nahariya, Janjgir
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Locally revered idol and sanctum for prayer and offerings
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Active devotional gatherings on Tuesdays and Saturdays
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Community religious centre for Janjgir town and nearby villages
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Accessible town location near Janjgir's central area
Culture & Context
The temple is a local centre of Hanuman devotion in Janjgir, holding religious significance for the town's Hindu community. It is particularly visited on Tuesdays and Saturdays and during Hanuman Jayanti and other Hindu festivals for prayers and community gatherings.
Route
| By air | Accessible via Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur with onward road and rail journey to Janjgir |
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| By train |