Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir @ Ranchi:
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman also known as Anjaneya, Bajrangbali, Maruti Nandan, etc. Lord Hanuman which is in a standing position, is holding Prabhu Ram and Prabhu Lakshman on his soldiers.
Sankat Mochan is a Hindi word that means the one who eradicates pain, suffering, and sorrow.
It is located in the center of Ranchi City in Jharkhand. This is the main market area and you will find it more crowded.
Temple is huge in construction and visible from a far distance. You will also find Lord Shiva Linga inside the temple and will be more crowded during Shravan Masa there.
If you are in Ranchi, it's a must-visit place and I am sure you will love it.
Temple visiting Timing: 5:30 am to 10:00 pm. - Everyday. During the festival, the timing may change.
Best time to visit: All time.
Entry Fees: There is no entry fee for general darshan but you have to pay charges for different rituals. There are no fixed charges but you have to talk with Purohit and fix the rate.
Temple Address:
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir
Daily Market, Near Kali Mandir, Mahatma Gandhi Main Rd, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834001
Special occasion:
Every day thousands of devotees visit there. Below are some of the occasions you can expect more visitors.
- During Hanuman Jayanti
- Every Tuesday & Saturday
- Sunday & Holidays
- In other Hindu Hindu festivals
Places to visit in and around Ranchi:
- Pahari Mandir
- Kali Mandir
- Tagore Hill
- Jagannath Mandir
- Kanke Dam
- Ranchi Lake
- Nakshatra Van
- Dasham Falls
- Jonha Falls
- Patratu Valley
- Birsa Zoological Park
- Sun Temple
- Hundru Falls
- Deori Mandir
Parking Places: There is no dedicated parking place near the temple but you have to park on the Roadside only. Better to use local transport system as they are quite chea[er.
How to reach :
Indian Rail: The nearest railway station is Ranchi Jn which is 4 km from the temple. Another important railway station is Hatia Railway Station. These railway stations are well connected with major Indian Cities.
Buses: The nearest bus station is in Khadgadha, Ranchi which is 4 km from the temple. Regular buses are available from different cities like Patna, Gaya, Varanashi, Kolkatta, etc.
Airport: The nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi which is 8 km from the temple. The airport is well connected with different cities in India.
Private Taxis: Availability of private taxis, Autos are very good.
Distance from nearby Major Cities
- Patna: 329 km
- Gaya: 231 km
- Varanashi: 432 km
- Rajgir: 243 km
- Kolkatta: 402 km
Accommodation:
There are lots of hotels and lodges available around the temple for different price ranges.
Food & Restaurant:
As this is a famous temple in Ranchi (Jharkhand), many restaurants are available around it.
Few Photos:
Visit Date: 19 Aug 2021
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