Mahadeva Temple, Bajrakot, Odisha

Mahadeva Temple, Bajrakot, Odisha

Mahadeva Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Bajrakot Village in Rengali Damsite Block in Angul District in Odisha, India. The temple was constructed in 8^th century CE by the Bhaumakaras. The temple is situated on the right bank of the Brahmani river in the outskirt of the Bajrakot village.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards west and in ruined condition. The temple might have consisted of rekha vimana and a shallow entrance porch. Only the base part and the doorjambs of the temple exists. The sanctum enshrines a Shiva Linga within a circular yonipitha. The architectural fragments of the temple are scattered in and around the temple.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 10 Kms from Rengali Bus Stand, 10 Kms from Rengali, 49 Kms from Talcher, 51 Kms from Talcher Railway Station, 61 Kms from Angul, 177 Kms from Bhubaneswar and 183 Kms from Bhubaneswar Airport. The temple is situated on Talcher to Rengali Dam.

Location