Kalika Mata Temple, Jalwa, Madhya Pradesh

Kalika Mata Temple, Jalwa, Madhya Pradesh

Kalika Mata Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Jalwa Village in Ghatiya Tehsil in Ujjain District in Madhya Pradesh, India. This temple is situated in the middle of the village. It is not a Kali temple but a Shiva temple. The temple is one of the state protected monuments in Madhya Pradesh declared by Archaeological Survey of India.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 11^th century CE by the Paramara dynasty.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east and stands over a raised platform. The temple follows bhumija style of architecture. The temple consists of sanctum, antrala and mandapa. The sanctum enshrines a Shiva Linga with Jaladhari. Image of Parvati can be seen on the rathikas niche of the back wall. The original temple had been lost completely except the Jangha portion.

The exterior of the temple is devoid of any decoration. The sanctum also enshrines a Chaturbuja Vishnu. Locals believe that this image is goddess Kali. Thus, the temple is famously known as Kalika Mata Temple in the village. Sculptures of Maheshwara, Ashtadikpalas and Vyalas can be seen in the temple premises.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 3 Kms from Ghatiya, 4 Kms from Ghatiya Bus Stand, 20 Kms from Tarana, 28 Kms from Ujjain, 28 Kms from Ujjain Junction Railway Station, 45 Kms from Agar, 84 Kms from Indore, 85 Kms from Indore Airport and 212 Kms from Bhopal. The temple is situated at about 3 Kms from Ghatiya on Ujjain to Agar route.

Location