Maa Sheetla Devi Temple: Encient religious mandir in Jaunpur

Maa Sheetla Devi Temple is a religious place located on the eastern part of Uttar Pradesh also known as Chaukiya Dham to the locals. It is one of the main attractions of the eastern region. Devotees come here for visit and worship. Devotees continue to come and go throughout the day. But on Monday and Friday more crowds are noticed. Worship of Shiva and Shakti has continued from ancient times in India. Sheetla Devi is another form of Mahashakti. Magnificence of Sheetla Devi Temple is found in the verse of Markandeya Purana. The deity is the representative of the blissful aspect of the Divine Mother and that is why She is called Sheetla.

Attraction

Basically people visit this place for its religious value. But this is a wonderful place for spending peaceful time. There are stairs with the water body inside the temple premises.

You can comfortably sit there and spend time according to your wishes. If you don’t like crowds and noise then this place provides you peace. But on Monday and Friday this temple becomes crowded, otherwise its surroundings are calm. It is also a nice place for meditation.

History

Maa Sheetla Devi Temple, or Chaukiya Dham, is about 400-500 years old. According to history, during the Hindu ruler’s Era, Ahirs was the governor of Jaunpur. Heerachand Yadav was the first ruler of the Aheer dynasty. They worshiped Sheetla Devi as their clan deity. Maa Sheetla Devi Temple Jaunpur, Uttar Prades

But according to some people, Chaukiya Dham was built by Bhars. Bhars was the worshiper of Shiva and Shakti. They have an interest in water bodies (ponds). A pond in the temple premises increases the possibility of building this temple by Bhars. The history about building this temple is not so clear actually. It is believed that they first set a Chauki and then set the idol of the deity. That is why it is called Chaukiya Dham. According to the religious view, Devi Durga transforms herself into Katyayani to slay all the demons. A demon named Jarasur spread diseases. People started to suffer from illness. There were cries all around. Then Devi Katyayani took her Sheetla form, slayed the demon and provided blissfulness.

Inside/Outside Views

Maa Sheetla Devi Temple is a beautiful, elegant temple. An idol of Sheetla Mata made with black stone predominates inside the main temple. An idol of Satyanarayan is also seen. The temple premises are very clean. It is all under the CCTV. So it provides great safety for its visitors.

A wonderful water body is made inside the temple premises. It looks amazing by itself. The eye-catching painting on the wall of the boundary increases its beauty more. Beautiful idols of Lord Ganesha and Lord Shiva are set on the bank of the water body.

There are a huge number of shops from the way which reach the temple to the temple premises. These shops contain prosad (coconut, different kinds of sweets, Halwa, Puri etc), chundi, sindur, churi etc as the cosmetics for the deity. You can buy any item according to your taste and ability for worshiping Mata Sheetla. Toys for children are also available in those shops.

Opening Hours

Thursday 4.30 – 9.30 AM

Friday 4.30 – 9.30 AM

Saturday 4.30 – 9.30 AM

Sunday 4.30 – 9.30 AM

Monday 4.30 – 9.30 AM

Tuesdays 4.30 – 9.30 AM

Wednesday 4.30 – 9.30 AM

How to Reach

By Air : Lal Bahadur Shasti Babatpur is the airport to reach Maa Sheetla Devi Temple. It is approximately 50 kilometers from the temple. By reaching the airport, hire any local transport to go to the temple.

By Train : Maa Sheetla Devi Temple is about 8 kilometers from Jaunpur City Railway Station. Facilities of many local transports are available there.

By Road : Maa Sheetla Devi Temple is about kilometers from Jaunpur bus stand. From the bus station you will find many options for local transport to reach the temple.

FAQ

Que-01: Is this place safe to visit?

Ans: Yes, this place is completely safe to visit.

Que-02: Is photography allowed inside Maa Sheetla Devi Temple?

Ans: Photography is allowed. However, photography inside the temple may not be allowed.

Que-03: What is the best time to visit Maa Sheetla Devi Temple?

Ans: You can make a visit at any time that is convenient for you. But we recommend you to try to visit on Navratri. Because an illuminated program is held on the Navratri in the temple.