Chhinnamastika Temple

“The World’s second largest Siddhapeeth Maa Chhinnamastika Temple.”

Rajrappa temple is also known as Chhinnamastika Temple. It is dedicated to Goddess Chinnamasta, is a Hindu pilgrimage center located in Rajrappa, in Ramgarh district of Jharkhand. The place attracts devotees from all parts of India.

The main attraction of the Chhinnamasta (Chinnamastika) temple is the headless deity of Goddess Chinnamasta which stands on the body of Kamadeva and Rati in the lotus bed. The Chhinnamasta temple is popular for its Tantrik style of architectural design.

This Siddha Peeth of Rajrappa is not only famous for one temple. Apart from the Chinnamastike temple there are a total of ten temple named as MAHAKALI TEMPLE, SUN TEMPLE, DAS MAHAVIDYA TEMPLE, VERY LONGEST SHIVLING (MAHADEV) TEMPEL, BAJRANG BALI TEMPLE, RADHA KRISHNA TEMPLE, VIRAT ROOP LORD VISHNU AND APARAJITA MAA DURGA TEMPLE. The confluence of the Bhairavi river in damodar from the west and the Bhairavi river from the south side adds to the beauty of the temple.

History of Chhinnamastika Temple

It was this place where the Raja of Ramgarh Raj gave 2 lac acres of land to the people in the BHOODAN MOVEMENT started by Acharya Vinobha Bhave in Jharkhand. According to local legend, there is a unique reason behind the Goddess’s severed head. Maa Chhinnamasta was so furious after killing demons, that she cut off her head to calm herself down. This is one of the main reasons why the Goddess is seen as a symbol of destruction as well as sacrifice. Even though most people believe the said legend, there is another popular theory behind the severed head of the deity. According to the second most popular legend, the Goddess had two attendants who were crucial during the demolition of the said demons. It is believed that they needed more blood and to quench their thirsts, the idol sacrificed herself by cutting off her head. Another intriguing legend behind this temple is based on the Tandava dance by Lord Shiva.

How to Reach Chhinnamastika Temple?

By Air:    The nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi which is 73 Km from the temple.
By Train: The nearest railway stations are Ramgarh cantt station which is around 28 KM from the temple.
By Road: Get down at Ramgarh Cantonment and take a trekker or jeep to reach Rajrappa Mandir. From early morning to evening trekkers or jeeps are available at the old bus stand.

Chitarpur Shivalaya Temple

Shiv Temple in Chitarpur, Ramgarh - Jharkhand is one of the top temples in Chitarpur block, Situated in Shivalaya Road of Chitarpur. It is a very beautiful temple of lord Shiva.

chitarpur sivalaya-temple

How to Reach Chitarpur Shivalaya Temple?

By Air:     The nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi which is 63 Km from the temple.
By Train: The nearest railway stations are Ramgarh cantt station which is around 17 KM from the temple.
By Road: Get down at Ramgarh Cantonment and take a trekker or jeep to reach Chitarpur Shivalaya Temple. From early morning to evening trekkers or jeeps are available at the old bus stand.

Chitarpur Jama Masjid

Chitarpur Jama Masjid is one other tourist place situated in the heart of Chitarpur Village. This Mosque was built in the 1700s. It contains magnificent Mughal Art and Structures.

chitarpur sivalaya-temple

How to Reach Chitarpur Jama Masjid?

By Air:   The nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi which is 63 Km from the temple.
By Train: The nearest railway stations are Ramgarh cantt station which is around 17 KM from the temple.
By Road: Get down at Ramgarh Cantonment and take a trekker or jeep to reach Jama masjid. From early morning to evening trekkers or jeeps are available at the old bus stand.