🕉️ ಜೈ ಹನುಮಾನ್ • Jai Hanuman Open Daily: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM

ಶ್ರೀ ಆಂಜನೇಯ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ

Sri Muradi Anjaneya Swamy Temple

A sacred abode of Lord Hanuman in Chellakere, Chitradurga, Karnataka

“मनोजवं मारुततुल्यवेगं जितेन्द्रियं बुद्धिमतां वरिष्ठम्”

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Daily Darshan

6:00 AM – 12:30 PM
4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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Special Day

Saturdays & Hanuman Jayanti draw large crowds

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Location

Chellakere (Challakere), Chitradurga Dist., Karnataka

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Sevas & Poojas

Abhisheka, Archana, Vada Mala & more

Sri Muradi Anjaneya Swamy deity adorned with flowers and fruits

Sri Anjaneya Swamy

About the Temple

A Centre of Faith and Devotion

Sri Muradi Anjaneya Swamy Temple is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman (Anjaneya Swamy), the symbol of strength, devotion, and selfless service. Nestled in the town of Chellakere in Chitradurga district of Karnataka, the temple has long been a spiritual anchor for the local community and pilgrims from surrounding regions.

Devotees throng the temple especially on Saturdays and during Hanuman Jayanti, offering prayers for courage, protection from evil, good health, and the removal of obstacles. The serene atmosphere, rhythmic chanting, and the fragrance of camphor and flowers fill every visitor with peace.

  • Presiding Deity — Sri Anjaneya Swamy (Hanuman)
  • Tradition — Hindu (Vaishnava devotion)
  • Best time to visit — Early morning & evening aarti

The Lord We Worship

Sri Anjaneya Swamy

Hanuman — the mighty devotee of Lord Rama, embodiment of bhakti, strength, humility and protection.

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Strength & Courage

Worshipped to overcome fear, weakness, and life's challenges.

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Protection

Believed to guard devotees from negativity and evil influences.

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Devotion

The supreme example of unwavering faith and selfless service.

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Health & Wellbeing

Sought for good health, peace of mind, and prosperity.

॥ ಬುದ್ಧಿರ್ಬಲಂ ಯಶೋ ಧೈರ್ಯಂ ನಿರ್ಭಯತ್ವಮರೋಗತಾ ॥
॥ ಅಜಾಡ್ಯಂ ವಾಕ್ಪಟುತ್ವಂ ಚ ಹನುಮತ್ಸ್ಮರಣಾದ್ಭವೇತ್ ॥

“Wisdom, strength, fame, courage, fearlessness, good health, alertness and eloquence — all are attained by remembering Hanuman.”

Plan Your Visit

Darshan & Pooja Timings

Morning

  • Temple Opens6:00 AM
  • Suprabhata / Abhisheka6:30 AM
  • Morning Aarti8:00 AM
  • Afternoon Close12:30 PM

Evening

  • Temple Reopens4:00 PM
  • Evening Archana6:00 PM
  • Maha Mangala Aarti7:30 PM
  • Temple Closes8:30 PM

* Timings may vary on festival days and special occasions. Please confirm before planning your visit.

Offerings

Sevas & Poojas

Participate in sevas to seek the blessings of Sri Anjaneya Swamy.

Archana

Offering of flowers with chanting of the Lord's names.

Abhisheka

Sacred bathing of the deity with holy substances.

Vada Mala

Garland of vadas — a favourite offering to Hanuman.

Tulasi / Sindoor Seva

Adorning the deity with sindoor and tulasi.

Deepa Aradhana

Lighting of lamps for prosperity and removal of darkness.

Annadana

Offering of food to devotees as a sacred service.

Listen & Sing Along

Hanuman Bhajans & Tunes

A collection of sacred Hanuman mantras, bhajans and devotional songs compiled by the temple trust. Listen to the tunes and chant along.

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“ರಾಮ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಣ ಸಂಕಟ ಹರಣ — ಮಂಗಳ ಮೂರ್ತಿ ಮಾರುತಿ...”

One of the cherished bhajans from the temple's collection.

To listen to the tunes of the bhajans

Click the button below or scan the QR code in the temple's bhajan booklet to play the devotional tunes.

▶ Listen to the Tunes

Opens the temple's bhajan audio collection on Google Drive.

Celebrations

Festivals & Events

Chaitra / Margashira

Hanuman Jayanti

The grandest celebration — the birth of Lord Hanuman, marked by special abhisheka, processions, and annadana.

Every Saturday

Shanivara Special Pooja

Saturdays are most auspicious for Hanuman — special archana and large gatherings of devotees.

Ashada / Shravana

Sri Rama Navami & Ramotsava

Celebrations honouring Lord Rama, with whom Hanuman shares eternal devotion.

Kartika

Deepotsava

Festival of lamps — the temple glows with thousands of lights.

Our Organisation

The Temple Trust

Managed by Sri Muradi Anjaneya Swamy Devasthana Trust (R.), Challakere — serving devotees and preserving this sacred shrine.

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ಶ್ರೀ ಮುರಡಿ ಆಂಜನೇಯಸ್ವಾಮಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ ಟ್ರಸ್ಟ್ (ರಿ.)

Sri Muradi Anjaneya Swamy Temple Trust (R.)

Hanumantha Nagar, Somaguddu Main Road, Challakere – 577522, Chitradurga District, Karnataka

📞 98451 98966 · 86182 91884 · 90363 11555
✉️ muradianjaneyaswamytempletrust@gmail.com

80G Tax Exemption available · CIT (Exemptions), Bangalore

Office Bearers

Sri Raju, President

Sri Raju

President (Adhyaksha)

ರಾಜು, ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು

📞 +91 94497 40526
Smt. Kasturi, Vice President

Smt. Kasturi

Vice President (Upadhyaksha)

ಕಸ್ತೂರಿ, ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು

📞 +91 98451 98966

Trust Committee

Smt. Suvarnamma, Trustee

Smt. Suvarnamma

Trustee (Dharmadarshi)

ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ಸುವರ್ಣಮ್ಮ, ಧರ್ಮದರ್ಶಿಗಳು

Sri S.K. Anjaneya, Secretary

Sri S.K. Anjaneya

Secretary (Karyadarshi)

ಶ್ರೀ ಎಸ್. ಕೆ. ಆಂಜನೇಯ, ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿಗಳು

📞 +91 86182 91884
Sri S.K. Thippeswamy, Treasurer

Sri S.K. Thippeswamy

Treasurer (Khajanchi)

ಶ್ರೀ ಎಸ್. ಕೆ. ತಿಪ್ಪೇಸ್ವಾಮಿ, ಖಜಾಂಚಿಗಳು

📞 +91 90363 11555

Directions

How to Reach

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Address

Sri Muradi Anjaneya Swamy Temple,
Hanumantha Nagar, Somaguddu Main Road,
Challakere – 577522, Chitradurga District, Karnataka

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By Road

Well connected by KSRTC buses. Challakere lies on NH-150A, about 60 km from Chitradurga.

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By Train

Nearest major railway station is Chitradurga (~60 km).

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By Air

Nearest airport: Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (~200 km).

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Get in Touch

Contact the Temple

For sevas, donations, event bookings, or any queries, please reach out to the temple committee.