Maa Sharda Devi Temple, Maihar, Madhya Pradesh
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Maa Sharda Devi Temple Timings

Maa Sharda Devi Temple: opens around 6:30 AM; Morning Aarti around 5:00 AM; closes around 8:30 PM; Evening Aarti around 7:00 PM.

Maa Sharda (a form of the goddess / Devi) · Maihar, Madhya Pradesh

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Darshan hours (as published)
Opens around 6:30 AM; Morning Aarti around 5:00 AM · Closes around 8:30 PM; Evening Aarti around 7:00 PM
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Maa Sharda Devi Temple, in Maihar in Madhya Pradesh, is a shrine to Maa Sharda (a form of the goddess / Devi). It is also known as Maa Sharda Temple, Maihar.

One of the 51 Shakti Peeths, making it a major goddess pilgrimage site. It is also linked in local legend to the medieval warriors Alha and Udal, devotees of the goddess. Maa Sharda Devi Temple is located in Maihar, Madhya Pradesh, dedicated to Maa Sharda.

Madhya Pradesh carries a distinct temple identity of its own: The heart of India, home to two of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the UNESCO-listed temples of Khajuraho, and the hilltop Shakti shrine of Maihar.

Darshan hours and daily worship

SessionTiming (as published)
MorningOpens around 6:30 AM; Morning Aarti around 5:00 AM
EveningCloses around 8:30 PM; Evening Aarti around 7:00 PM

Timings per a travel-guide source; hilltop access is via stairs, road or ropeway. Confirm current hours and ropeway timings locally.

Poojas and daily rituals

Morning Aarti (approx 5:00 AM) and Evening Aarti (approx 7:00 PM)

Weekly or monthly auspicious daysNavratri days are the most significant
Signature annual eventsThe Navratri Mela at Maihar

Festivals and special-day timings

Regular darshan hours are usually extended, or set aside entirely, on these dates.

FestivalPeriodWhat happens
Navratri MelaMarch-April and September-OctoberNavratri is the most important festival, celebrated with a large fair (mela) drawing many pilgrims.

History and architecture

Built or establishedAncient hilltop shrine (a revered Shakti Peeth site)

Architecture

Hilltop temple on the Trikuta hill, reached by a long flight of steps or by ropeway/cable car

History

Maa Sharda Devi Temple is located in Maihar, Madhya Pradesh, dedicated to Maa Sharda. The name Maihar is said to combine 'Mai' (mother) and 'Har' (necklace), from the belief that the necklace of Sati fell at this spot. The temple is regarded as one of the 51 Shakti Peeths of the goddess.

Planning your visit

Entry feeFree (ropeway/cable car is a separate paid service)
Dress codeTraditional and formal clothing recommended
Best time to visitOctober to March, when the weather is milder
NearbyMaihar Fort, Alha Akhada and Alha Pond

How to reach

Maihar Railway Station is about 2.8 km from the temple. Nearest airport with regular flights is Jabalpur (Khajuraho Airport is closer at about 134 km but has limited flights). Maihar bus stand is well connected across Madhya Pradesh. The shrine can be reached by car, ropeway or by climbing the steps.

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Where this information comes from

Confidence: Medium. Shakti Peeth status and travel details corroborated; timings from a single travel-guide source (treat as approximate)

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Frequently asked questions about Maa Sharda Devi Temple

What is the timing of Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

Maa Sharda Devi Temple: opens around 6:30 AM; Morning Aarti around 5:00 AM; closes around 8:30 PM; Evening Aarti around 7:00 PM. Timings per a travel-guide source; hilltop access is via stairs, road or ropeway. Confirm current hours and ropeway timings locally.

What are the darshan (visiting) hours at Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

As published, morning darshan runs Opens around 6:30 AM; Morning Aarti around 5:00 AM and evening darshan runs Closes around 8:30 PM; Evening Aarti around 7:00 PM. Timings per a travel-guide source; hilltop access is via stairs, road or ropeway. Confirm current hours and ropeway timings locally.

Is there an entry fee at Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

Free (ropeway/cable car is a separate paid service)

What is the dress code at Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

Traditional and formal clothing recommended

Which festivals are celebrated at Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

The main ones documented for this temple are Navratri Mela. See the festival table above for dates and what each involves.

What is the best time to visit Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

October to March, when the weather is milder

How do I reach Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

Maihar Railway Station is about 2.8 km from the temple. Nearest airport with regular flights is Jabalpur (Khajuraho Airport is closer at about 134 km but has limited flights). Maihar bus stand is well connected across Madhya Pradesh. The shrine can be reached by car, ropeway or by climbing the steps.

Who is the presiding deity at Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

Maa Sharda (a form of the goddess / Devi)

What is the history of Maa Sharda Devi Temple?

Maa Sharda Devi Temple is located in Maihar, Madhya Pradesh, dedicated to Maa Sharda.

How reliable is the information on this Maa Sharda Devi Temple page?

This listing's confidence is rated medium. Shakti Peeth status and travel details corroborated; timings from a single travel-guide source (treat as approximate)