Pitambara Peeth
Major Shakta pilgrimage centre
⭐ Why it is famous
Major Shakta pilgrimage centre. The site is associated with Bagalamukhi and Dhumavati and is an important part of the sacred geography of Madhya Pradesh.
📜 Pilgrimage history
This hindu temple is part of the living Bagalamukhi and Dhumavati tradition of Datia, Madhya Pradesh. It is included in Tīrtha Kosha because it is major Shakta pilgrimage centre. Its worship, architecture and local pilgrimage customs are best understood on site; traditions may vary, so visitors should treat local temple and community guidance as authoritative.
🕰️ Temple timings
- Opening hours and ritual schedules can change; confirm locally or through an official temple or tourism source before travelling.
🙏 Darśan details
- Visit arrangements follow the customs of this temple; observe local instructions, dress respectfully and maintain silence in worship areas.
- Festival days, weekends and auspicious dates may bring longer queues; arrive early and allow extra time.
- Photography, footwear, bags and phone rules vary by site; use only designated counters and facilities.
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Pitambara Peeth, DatiaDatia — State transport buses stop here.
Use the main road connections to Datia; confirm the final local transfer and seasonal road conditions before departure.
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🛏️ Where to stay
- Guesthouses and hotels in or near Datia
- Additional accommodation in the nearest district or transport centre in Madhya Pradesh
📅 Best time to visit
Choose a comfortable local season and confirm festival dates, weather and access conditions before travel.