Kumari Devi Shakti Peetha
Kumari is a Shakti Peetha located in Hooghly, West Bengal, India, where right shoulder of Devi Sati is believed to have fallen. The presiding goddess is Kumari and the Bhairava is Shiva.
Shiva • Right Shoulder • Hooghly, West Bengal • India
Last verified by Sanjeet Kumar on 2026-04-28 • Reviewed by Pandit Review Desk
Today's status
Quick facts
- Devi
- Kumari
- Bhairava
- Shiva
- Body part
- Right Shoulder
- Location
- Hooghly, West Bengal, India
- Darshan
- 05:30 - 21:00
- Last verified
- 2026-04-28
Legend and significance
Kumari is revered in Shakta traditions as a sacred seat connected with the right shoulder of Devi Sati. Pilgrims visit Hooghly for darshan, sankalp prayers, and regional Devi observances that remain active through annual festival cycles.
This spoke is prepared for practical yatra use with route-oriented guidance, on-ground timing cues, and cluster links to nearby Shakti destinations.
Kumari in Hooghly is mapped as a high-intent Shakti stop for pilgrims planning state and cross-border yatra clusters.
Location and how to reach
- Nearest airport: Hooghly nearest commercial airport
- Nearest railway: Hooghly regional railhead
- From Hooghly: 15 km (30-60 minutes)
- Local taxis, autos, and pilgrim buses are usually available; confirm last-mile options before departure.
Darshan timings
05:30 - 21:00. Aarti windows and festival crowds may affect queue times.
Dress code: Modest traditional attire is recommended for darshan. • Entry fee: General darshan is usually free; special puja counters may have temple-set charges.
VIP darshan: Available (Temple policy varies by day and festival window.)
Festivals
Kumari annual utsav
Major seasonal worship period for Kumari devotees in the Hooghly pilgrimage corridor.
Current year: Navratri windows 2026 (local panchang confirmation advised)
Festival started 84 days ago.
Where to stay
Stay options range from budget dharamshalas to city hotels near Hooghly. Confirm seasonal pricing before peak festival dates.
Nearby Peethas
- Bhavatarini Kali (Dakshineswar)
Kolkata, West Bengal • approx 45 km
- Kalighat Kali
Kolkata, West Bengal • approx 55 km
- Yogadya
Khirgram, West Bengal • approx 82 km
Plan your visit
Use Daanyam for sankalp-based seva planning, donation pathways, and guided yatra combinations.
FAQs
What is the best time to visit Kumari?
Early morning darshan and non-peak weekdays are usually easier for families and elders.
Can Kumari be combined with nearby Shakti shrines?
Yes. This page links nearby clusters to help plan same-state or multi-day circuits.
Are festival dates fixed every year?
Festival windows follow annual panchang calculations, so verify exact dates before travel.
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