Baba Sumeshwar Nath Temple is an ancient Shiva temple located in Dumka district of Jharkhand, famous for its religious and historical importance.
Baba Sumeshwar Nath Temple is situated in Saraiyahat block in Dumka district of Jharkhand state. It is known as an ancient and holy place. Lord Shiva is worshipped in this temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Daily prayers are offered in this temple.
History of Baba Sumeshwar Nath
When the priests here are asked, it is revealed that this temple was built in ancient times. In today’s time, Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple has been repaired and its beauty has been enhanced. According to ancient stories, it is said that a Sumeshwar Nath established by sages to Shiva is very immense.
It is about crores of years old. Its history is not recorded anywhere. This saying is as told by the priests of the temple. It is said that in ancient times there were two demons.
To kill them, Goddess Sumeshwar herself appeared and killed those demons. Since then, Goddess and Sumeshwar Nath are worshipped.
Religious and cultural significance
It is said that whatever wish is asked in this temple, it is fulfilled within 6 months. This belief has been proved by many people. After the fulfillment of your wish, you can do whatever service you want.
Means to reach the place
To reach Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple, it is located at a distance of about 60 kilometers from the district headquarters. You can use road transport to go here. You can easily visit this Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple by using big and small vehicles.
There is no means of rail or road route near the temple. Yes, if we talk about Dumka district, then you can go here by train. You can go by bus. Then you can reach the temple complex by using a small vehicle from the bus station.
Introduction to Dumka District
Dumka district is an important district of Jharkhand state, which is important from cultural and historical point of view. It is located in the Santhal Pargana region and was established on 1 May 1983. The headquarters of Dumka district is Dumka city.
General Characteristics of the District
Dumka District, an administrative district of Jharkhand has its headquarter at Dumka. After formation of new Jharkhand State, Dumka District was further divided and Jamtara Sub- Division was upgraded as a separate District.
The district lies between 230 45’ to 240 38’ (North) Latitude and 860 20’ to 870 75’ (East) Longitude. The Dumka District is surrounded by following districts of Jharkhand Bihar and West Bengal:-
- North : Sahibganj, Godda (Jharkhand) and Banka Bihar)
- East : Pakur (Jharkhand) and Burdwan (West Bangal)
- South : Jamtara (Jharkhand) and Burdwan (West Bengal)
- West : Deoghar
Total Geographical Area – 33716.02 Sq.Km.
FOREST: In Dumka town area covered under forest is about 120763 Acres or 48305.2 hectares.
Dumka town is the Divisonal and District headquarter of Dumka itself. For administrative purpose the district has been divided into 1 sub- division and 10 nos. of Blocks/Tehsils as follows:-
Blocks:
- Dumka
- Gopikandar
- Jama
- Jarmundi
- Kathikund
- Masaliya
- Ramgarh
- Ranishwar
- Saraiyahat
- Shikaripara
Nearest Tourist Palces in Dumka District of Jharkhand:
- Baba Basukinath Dham
- Naag Mandir
- Mayurakshi River
- Masanjore Dam
- Tatloi
- Malooti
- Shiv Pahar
- Kairabani Dam
- Sristhi Pahar
- Sristhi Park Kurwa
Status of the temple
The government and the temple institution take care of this temple and its development work is done by it. The temple institution does the repair and decoration of the temple. A huge pond has been built in the premises of this temple for the devotees to take bath.
In which water remains throughout the year. Baba Sumeshwar Nath is worshipped after taking bath here. The temple is polished every year. That means it is painted. It is cleaned. Special care is taken to ensure that there is no dirt of any kind in the temple premises.
Establishment and construction of the temple
Construction and establishment of the temple According to the priests of the temple, this temple was built in ancient times. The construction work of this temple was done by the sages and saints here. It is said that Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple was built crores of years ago.
Importance for Shiva devotees
This temple can be considered a heritage for Shiva devotees. Because this temple was built by sages and saints crores of years ago. Talking about the devotees, whatever wish the devotees make with their devotion, that wish or desire is fulfilled within 6 months.
This saying has been made by the people, devotees and priests here. Which is a very trustworthy thing. Along with being a religious place, many tourists also come here to visit. This was confirmed by the priest here.
Religious festivals and celebrations
Many festivals and celebrations are organized in Baba Sumeshwar Nath Dham throughout the year. Out of which festivals like Shivratri, Navratri, Shravan Mela, Diwali etc. are organized. The visitors and devotees here participate in these festivals.
By participating in all these festivals, they perform worship and aarti for peace of their mind. At this time there is a lot of crowd in the temple premises. Along with prayers and bhajans, offering holy water from the Ganges takes the blessings of Baba Sumeshwar Nath.
Communal harmony
Talking about the beauty of Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple, this temple is situated on the banks of the pond. There are many trees planted in the surrounding premises. Which enhances the natural beauty of this place.
Keeps the environment clean here. No kind of dirt is allowed in the temple premises. If there is garbage or waste anywhere, then the administrators here get it cleaned. All the devotees who come here to visit, they also do not dirty the temple premises.
Cultural influence and contribution to modern society
Due to the presence of this temple, many people here have got employment opportunities. Like some people here are earning their livelihood by setting up their shops.
Due to which their family is fed. The small vehicle owners here also get customers for their earnings. This temple also exists as a very important development work of the society.
Dance and music
A grand festival is organized in Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple on Mahashiv night. In this event, various types of cultural music are organized.
In which mythological stories, discourses, dance, music and singing are performed with great pomp and show. At this time there is a huge crowd at Baba Sumeshwar Nath.
Architecture of the temple
It is said that this temple was built by sages millions of years ago. According to this, this temple is very old. Therefore, the architecture of this temple got destroyed day by day.
At present, wherever you see in Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple, cement bricks are installed in the premises of the temple. Tiles are installed inside and outside the temple.
As the temple got destroyed, it was repaired. That is why tiles are seen on the temple today.
Climate and weather
You can go to visit Baba Sumeshwar Nath temple in any season. Because this temple is in Dumka district, there is not much effect of weather here. But you may have to face some trouble in the winter season.
At this time the heat increases a bit, so there can be trouble due to heat. For the rest of the devotees, what heat? And what rain, everything is the same. They go to visit for God and for their wishes.
FAQ’s
This temple was built millions of years ago by sages.
The best time to visit the temple is from 9 am to 5 pm. At that time there are a lot of people in the temple.
There is a big pond in the temple premises for bathing, drinking water facility, cleanliness, food and drink facilities etc.
Shivratri, Diwali, Navratri and Shravani Mela. Which attracts the most crowd.
Yes, photography can be done in Baba Sumeshwar Nath Temple.