Shri Karni Dham

Shri Karni Dham is a Hindu temple located in Suvap village, near Aau, approximately 58 km southeast of Phalodi in Jodhpur district. It marks the birthplace of Karni Mata, a revered 14th-century sage and incarnation of Goddess Durga. The site includes the main temple, a memorial at her birthplace, and the nearby Avad Mata temple. It is an important pilgrimage site for devotees, especially during Navratri when a grand fair and procession are held.

Visitors can expect a rural temple setting in Suvap village with a peaceful spiritual atmosphere. The complex includes the main shrine dedicated to Karni Mata, a memorial marking her birthplace, and the adjacent Avad Mata temple. Devotees participate in darshan and rituals. During Navratri, the site hosts a large fair with thousands of devotees and a grand procession. The surroundings reflect traditional Rajasthani village life.

Suvap village is the birthplace of Karni Mata, born in 1387 CE (some sources cite 1347 CE) to a Charan family. Her father was Mehaji Kiniya. The village is a historic settlement granted to Charan families. The temple and memorial commemorate her life and legacy as a revered sage and warrior goddess.

Karni Mata is worshipped as an incarnation of Goddess Durga and is the official deity of the royal families of Bikaner and Jodhpur. She holds immense significance for the Charan community. The annual Navratri fair in Suvap attracts thousands of devotees who participate in processions and rituals, reflecting deep-rooted regional religious traditions.