Ugratara temple, a significant Shaktipitha of Odisha

Highlights of the Ugratara temple

Maa Ugratara Temple is the oldest and most popular “Shakti Pitha” in Odisha. It is located in Mulajhargarh near Bhusandpur of Khorda district. Maa Ugratara is the main deity of the Tangi block. Nearby, there is a village called Bhusandpur, which is the largest village in Odisha. This place is well-known for its fishing grounds as it is close to Chilika Lake.

Maa Tara got her name because she looks angry. The King of Ganga Gajapati built a temple for her to protect the Fort of Mulajhargarh. The statue of Mother Tara has four arms and holds powerful weapons. She is known as Ugratara because she looks fierce, but she is kind to her worshippers. Even though the fort in Odisha has been forgotten, Goddess Ugratara is still worshipped by Brahmin priests and offers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. She is still popular and remains the main goddess of coastal Odisha.

The Ugratara temple serves as the main attraction of this area, drawing in tourists and locals alike for visits and picnics in the Khorda district. It is a great spot for picnics and even for shooting movies.

Directions for Ugratara Temple

The temple can be found between Rameswar Chowk and Chandpur in NH 5, about 60 km away from Bhubaneswar and 45 km from Balugaon. Travelers have the option of utilizing either the railway or bus services to get to Ugratara. Additionally, it is possible to book a taxi from Bhubaneswar to reach Ugratara.

Rameswar Chowk is the nearest bus stop to Ugratara Temple, with a distance of about 10 kilometers between them.

The closest railway station to Ugratara is Bhusandpur railway station, located just 1.2 kilometers away.

Top Tourist Attractions near Ugratara Temple

Green Lake Tapanga (23.7 KM)

Banpur Bhagabati Temple (46.8 KM)

Kalijai Temple (50 KM)

Chilika Lake (50 KM)

Narayani Temple, Khallikote (55.8 KM)

Rambha (76 KM)

Enjoy these stunning photos and videos provided on this page. We trust you will appreciate us.