Bhavsar Kshatriya Temples
Explore the sacred network of temples revered by the Bhavsar Kshatriya community worldwide. These spiritual centers preserve our ancient traditions, host community gatherings, and serve as beacons of our cultural heritage. From the historic Hingulamba shrines to Vittala-Rukhmini temples, discover the divine abodes that sustain our community's spiritual life.
Hingulamba / Hinglaj Mata Temples
The Hingulamba (Hinglaj Mata) temples are among the most revered Shakti Peethas for the Bhavsar community—kuldevi shrines blending regional architecture with samaj traditions. Below is a sample listing; open the full guide for every region.
Temple information
- Sample listing: Hinglaj Mata (Kutch region)
- Tradition: Shakti / Kuldevi worship
- Highlights: Navratri, abhishekam, community festivals
- Regions: Balochistan (historic), Rajasthan, Gujarat
- Address / map: Open in Google Maps
- Managed by: Local samaj trusts / hereditary priests
- Contact: [email protected]
Vittala Rukhmini Temples
Vaishnava shrines of Lord Vittala and Rukhmini—musical pillars, kirtan, and Janmashtami—are central to Krishna bhakti across Maharashtra and Karnataka. Sample listing below.
Temple information
- Sample listing: Vittala Rukhmini (Andhra Pradesh)
- Opening: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM (typical)
- Highlights: Kirtan, Ekadashi, Janmashtami
- Category: Pooja / Utsav / Seva
- Address / map: Open in Google Maps
- Managed by: Bhavsar Kshatriya Samaj Trust
- Website: BKJS official
- Contact: [email protected]
Other Significant Samuday Temples
Ganapati, Devī, and regional pilgrimage centres where Bhavsar traditions are preserved—family temples and historic shrines across the samaj.
Temple information
- Sample listing: Regional samuday temple
- Focus: Ganapati / Devī / local ithihas
- Features: Marriage hall, annadan, community events
- Address / map: Open in Google Maps
- Managed by: Local committee
- Contact: [email protected]
International Bhavsar Temples
Diaspora centres in North America, Europe, Africa, and Australia—language classes, youth programmes, and festivals that keep heritage alive abroad.
Temple information
- Sample listing: Overseas community centre
- Regions: USA, UK, UAE, Africa, Australia
- Programmes: Youth, language, cultural festivals
- Address / map: Open in Google Maps
- Time zone: Local + livestream where offered
- Contact: [email protected]
Use the temple directory and set region to International for overseas listings. To suggest a centre, email [email protected].
Bhavsar Temple Directory
Temples grouped by region. Use the region filter and search to find a temple. Links open related guides or BKJS pages where available.
South India
| Sl. No. | Temple name | Temple location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vittala Rukhmini (sample) | Andhra Pradesh, India — Map |
| 2 | Vittala Rukhmini — Karnataka sample | Karnataka, India — Map |
West India
| Sl. No. | Temple name | Temple location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hinglaj Mata / Hingulamba (sample) | Kutch, Gujarat, India — Map |
| 2 | Rajasthan samuday shrine (sample) | Rajasthan, India — Map |
North & Central India
| Sl. No. | Temple name | Temple location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Other significant samuday temple (sample) | Madhya Pradesh, India — Map |
East India
| Sl. No. | Temple name | Temple location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East India community temple (sample) | West Bengal, India — Map |
International
| Sl. No. | Temple name | Temple location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overseas bhavsar centre (sample) | United States — Map |
To add or correct a listing, contact [email protected].
Temple History & Legends
A short overview of how Bhavsar Kshatriya temple worship took shape—from kuldevi shrines to Vaishnava centres and today’s samaj networks. Use the links below to open the matching in-page tabs or the full guides.
Kuldevi: Hinglaj / Hingulamba
Hinglaj Mata (Hingulamba) is widely honoured as a guiding Shakti tradition for many Bhavsar families—linked to ancient pilgrimage routes across the northwest and western regions. Shrines and festivals keep this heritage alive in community life.
For photos and sample listings on this site, see the Hingulamba tab; for detailed regional listings, open the full guide.
Hingulamba / Hinglaj tab Full Hingulamba guideVittala & Rukhmini
Lord Vittala and Goddess Rukhmini anchor Krishna bhakti across Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra traditions—kirtan, utsavs, and seva in many Bhavsar centres follow this Vaishnava path alongside other samaj practices.
The Vittala Rukhmini tab on this page shows a sample listing; the dedicated guide covers more temples.
Vittala Rukhmini tab Full Vittala guideSamuday shrines, diaspora & directory
Regional Ganapati, Devī, and family temples; overseas community halls; and the searchable directory (by region) complement the major traditions above. Together they map how worship and gathering spaces evolved inside India and abroad.