Odogaon Raghunath Temple

The Odogaon Raghunath Temple is a shrine in Nayagarh district with carved wooden figures of the deities Rama, Lakshman, and Sita. The building is divided into several sections: the Bhadra Mandap for ceremonies, the Nata Mandap for performances, and the Darshan Mandap where visitors come to pray.

The shrine was founded in 1763 by King Mrityujay Singh of the Nayagarh state and became an important center of worship in the region. This establishment shaped the religious life of the surrounding area and remains significant today.

The temple is named after Raghunath, a form of the god Vishnu, and draws many worshippers especially during Rama Navami celebrations. You can see how religious life here centers on devotion to this deity, which runs deep in the local community.

Visitors find the shrine most peaceful during early morning or late afternoon hours. The location is about 26 kilometers from Nayagarh town and accessible by regular bus service.

The roof is crowned with three golden spheres that shine brightly in sunlight and make the shrine visible from a distance. The grounds also hold smaller shrines dedicated to other deities such as Durga, Narsingh, and the nine planets.

Location: Nayagarh district

GPS coordinates: 20.02569,84.98096

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05