Kukurdev Temple, Khapri, Chattisgarh

Kukurdev Temple, Khapri, Chattisgarh

Kukurdev Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to a dog located in Khapri Village near Balod in Durg District in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. The Temple houses an idol of dog and a Shiva Linga besides it. It is believed that there is no fear of cough and dog bite by visiting here. This temple has been declared of national importance under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act 1958. 

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2020/06/kukurdev-temple-khapri-legends.html

History

This temple was built by the local rulers in the 14^th – 15^th century. 

The Temple

This is an east facing Temple. The temple follows Nagara Style architecture. Idols of dogs can be found on both sides of the temple entrance. The Sanctum houses an idol of dog and a Shiva Linga besides it. People worship Shiva as well as the dog (Kukurdev) in the same way as Nandi is worshiped in common Shiva temples. Shrines and Idols of Rama, Lakshmana & Shatrugna, Hanuman, Ganesha and hero stones can be found in the Temple premises.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 7 Kms from Balod Railway Station, 8 Kms from Balod Bus Stand, 9 Kms from Balod, 10 Kms from Dondiluhara, 53 Kms from Dhamtari, 64 Kms from Durg and 116 Kms from Raipur Airport. The Temple is situated on Balod to Dondiluhara Route.

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