BhaktiVedAbout the temple
Puruhutika Devi, tenth of the eighteen peethas, sits in the Kukkuteswara Swamy temple complex. Pithapuram is also revered as the birthplace of Sripada Srivallabha by Datta devotees, and as Pada Gaya for ancestral rites.
The legend
The demon Gayasura's body is said to span three holy places: his head at Gaya, his navel at Jajpur and his feet here, hence Pada Gaya.
What makes it special
- Ancestral rites at the Pada Gaya tank
- Sripada Srivallabha Mahasamsthanam
Main festivals
How to reach
- 🚆 Nearest railway station
- Pithapuram; Samalkot Junction
- ✈️ Nearest airport
- Rajahmundry
Before you go
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pithapuram Puruhutika Devi?
Pithapuram Puruhutika Devi is in Pithapuram, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
Who is the presiding deity at Pithapuram Puruhutika Devi?
Sri Puruhutika Devi and Sri Kukkuteswara Swamy.
How do I reach Pithapuram Puruhutika Devi?
Nearest railway station: Pithapuram; Samalkot Junction. Nearest airport: Rajahmundry.
What is the best time to visit Pithapuram Puruhutika Devi?
October to February.
What are the darshan timings at Pithapuram Puruhutika Devi?
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.