Siddha Ganesa Temple, Jajpur, Odisha

Siddha Ganesa Temple, Jajpur, Odisha

Siddha Ganesa Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, located in Jajpur Town in Jajpur District in Odisha State, India. This Temple is also called as Budha Ganesha Temple. He is represented in his old age form in this temple. The temple is located on the right bank of the river Vaitarani at Dasasvamedhaghata of Baitarani River and in between the northern compound wall of Jagannatha temple complex and Saptamatrika shrine.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 11^th century CE by Somavamsis. The temple was renovated during the Maratha rule in Odisha. The temple is currently under the control of Endowment Department, Government of Odisha.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards north. The temple is Pancharatha on plan and Panchangabada in elevation. The temple consists of rekha vimana and pidha jagamohana. The sanctum houses a colossal image of Lord Ganesha in sitting posture. He is four armed. The jagamohana houses idols of Shiva Lingas, Vishnu, Yama, Ravana, Jain Tirthankara Shantinatha, Mahishasura Mardini, Bala Krishna and Uma Mahesvara.

Festivals

Ganesh Chaturthi is the most popular festival here.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 500 metres from Jajpur Bus Stand, 30 Kms from Jajpur Keonjhar Road Railway Station, 80 Kms from Cuttack, 103 Kms from Bhubaneshwar and 106 Kms from Bhubaneshwar Airport. Jajpur is well connected to Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar. Regular Buses are available from Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar to Jajpur Town.

Location