Hatkeshwar Mahadev Mandir, Raipur
It was commissioned in 1402 CE by Hajiraj Naik during the reign of Brahmadev Rai, son of King Ramachandra of the Kalachuri dynasty.
Architecture of the Temple
Constructed in the North–Medieval (Kalachuri-era) style, the temple features a towering east-facing sanctum, a high shikhara, and an enclosing wall capped with three circular domes interspersed with flat stretches—an Indo-Saracenic influence.
The temple’s exterior walls are richly carved with:
- The Navagrahas (Nine Planets)
- Regent deities, apsaras (celestial dancers)
- Epic scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata
- Floral patterns, animals, dancers, and musicians
Within the complex are additional shrines, including:
Two Jain temples
A Kasi Vishveshwara Shiva temple
A Swaminarayan temple
How to Reach to Temple
By Road: The temple lies around 5 km from Raipur; accessible via Kalibari Bus Stand (~6 km) or directly via Patan–Raipur Road.
By Rail: Saraswati Nagar Railway Station (~6 km) or main Raipur station (~16 km) are closest railheads.
By Air: Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur is about 20 km away, well-connected to major Indian cities.
Local taxis and auto-rickshaws provide easy access to the temple.
Temple Timings
