Puto Dham (Domupani Dham) in Koderma district of Jharkhand State is a spiritual place that attracts devotees and tourists due to its serene atmosphere.
Introduction
Domuhani Dham is situated in Puto village in Chandwara block of Koderma district of Jharkhand state. This Dham is called by many names by the local people. Like Domuhani Dham, Puto Dham, Durbiniya Temple, Shiv Mandir Puto and Mahakal Temple etc.
This temple is located in Chandwara block at a distance of about 26 kilometers from Koderma district headquarters. Here a huge statue of Lord Shiva is seen in the temple premises.
Which acts as an attraction of this temple. This temple is spread over an area of about 2 acres of land. And according to time, its boundary can be increased if needed. In which construction work of new temples can be done.
History of Puto Dham
Puto Dham is famous for the tallest Lord Shiva in Koderma district. A total of 23 temples are seen here. In which different gods and goddesses have been established. It is said that the idol of Lord Shiva and Parvati appeared on its own at Pooto Dham.
After which a grand temple was built here. This temple is more than 55 years old. The specialty of this temple is that all the wishes of the people who come here are fulfilled. Many people sit on dharna for months in this temple.
Historical importance of Puto Dham
The belief of Puto Dham is that grand Bhajan-Kirtan is done here in the month of Shravan. This Kirtan goes on without stopping for the whole month. This Kirtan goes on continuously for twenty-four hours. Apart from this, many types of cultural programs are organized.
In which special discourses are held about religious discourses, religious stories and beliefs of Gods and Goddesses. Apart from this, Prasad Vitran, marriage, Bhajan, Kirtan, Shradh, Mundan, Puja-Archana, Aarti, grand Bhajan-Kirtan, Somwari, Havan, Shravan Lema, Bhakti Sangeet, cultural programs, vehicle worship etc. are done.
Geographical location of Puto Dham
As soon as you enter the main gate of Puto Dham, the first thing you get to see is the tallest statue of Lord Shiva. After this, Bhadwan Shiva, Mata Parvati and Lord Ganesha are seated at the entrance at the small gate.
After this, to enter the temple premises, a steel enclosure has been made through which devotees can enter and exit in a line. This goes up to the main temple. As soon as you enter inside, first of all you find a place in the middle for Bhajan-Kirtan and Havan.
All the temples have been established around it. If seen from one side, all the temples are situated in a row. Jal Kund is situated behind the temple premises. Where separate bathing ghats have been made for men and women for bathing.
The height of the main Shiva temple is higher than a 3-storey building. Which can be about 65 to 70 feet high. In which many gods and goddesses have been established. Cleanliness is taken utmost care of in the temple premises.
Ancient beliefs and stories of Puto Dham
Local villagers say that the main priest here has been worshipping Lord Shiva for the last 5 years by drinking only tea. He takes very little food and water. Villagers say that no one has seen him eat food.
It is said that the people who sit on dharna here sit on dharna till their wishes are not fulfilled. Here two rivers meet. This place is called Vaikund by the villagers. The Shivling here is a replica of Maha Kaleshwar Shivling. This can be seen at only a few places in the whole of Jharkhand.
Most of the people who participate in the dharna are those who are married for many years but do not have children. They sit on dharna here. It is said that Goddess Parvati herself protects them here. She fulfils their wishes.
It has been seen many times that the wishes of the people who sit on dharna here have been fulfilled in a mysterious way. People whose lives are filled with various kinds of pain and sorrow are especially seen participating in the dharna.
Religious and cultural development of Puto Dham
It is told by the local people that when Lord Shiva went to his in-laws’ house, he did Jalabhishek to please Lord Shiva there. This belief has been going on for centuries. Here in Puto Dham or Domuhani Dham, 17 Dham bhogs are offered. Every Monday, a Bhandara is organized here.
In which devotees from local villages come here to receive the prasad. This temple is known as the main religious heritage of Puto village. Information about this temple is available on the Koderma district website. Many events and cultural programs are organized throughout the year in Puto Dham temple.
Which includes Chhat Puja, Durga Puja, Navratri, Shivratri, Dussehra, Kanwar Yatra, Havan Puja, Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi, Shravan Mela etc. and other worships like Shradh, Mundan, marriage, worship, Aarti, Somwari, Bhavan, Shravan Lema, Bhakti Sangeet, cultural programs, vehicle worship etc.
Why is Puto Dham named Domuhani?
Because there is a confluence of two rivers near Puto village. Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati were seen here. It is said that the idol of Shiva-Parvati was not installed here. They appeared here on their own. It is possible that they have come out from under the ground here. For this reason also this place is known as Domuhani Dham.
Organizing major festivals and fairs
The maximum crowd is seen in Puto Dham during the month of Shravan. In this month, devotees come here from far and wide to participate in the grand kirtan and to have darshan. Here, bhog is offered in this Dham every Monday, in which prasad is distributed to hundreds of devotees.
Apart from Kanwar Yatra in the month of Shravan, unmarried boys and girls come here to do puja-paath. It is believed here that whatever you ask from Lord Shiva with devotion, you get it. This is the reason why young men also come here to fulfill their wishes.
Many religious programs are held in Puto Dham throughout the year. Here, puja-paath and fair are organized according to every Hindu religion. For Kanwar Yatra, thousands of people take water from Jal Tilaiya Dam, Bela and Murtiyan and after covering a distance of 20 kilometers, they do Jalabhishek in Vaikund Dham.
List of major tourist places in Koderma district
- Makamaro Hills
- Dhawajadhari Hill
- Vrindaha Waterfalls
- Radha Krishna Mandir
- Maa Chanchala Devi mandir
- Ghodsimar Dhaam
- Telaiya dam
- Panchkhero Dam
- Jharna Kund Dham
- Maharshi Kardam Park
- Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary
- Petro Waterfalls
Tourism facilities and services
Puto Dham has a Dharamshala for the devotees to stay. Here, separate ghats have been built for both men and women for bathing. Here, accommodation facilities, food and other facilities are also provided for the devotees who offer prayers. Special attention is paid to the cleanliness of this temple.
One has to stand in a line for worship. A steel enclosure has been built for this. Adequate water facilities are available. There is a road facility to reach here. Accommodation for tourists can be found in many hotels in the local market.
Accommodation and food facilities in Puto Dham
Puto Dham has accommodation facilities for devotees and Pujaari. Where they can stay and serve God by immersing themselves in their devotional feelings. Here, adequate food and drink facilities are provided for the main Pujaari and other devotees of the temple.
This work can be possible through donation or donation. All the offerings and donations made in the temple are spent on the development of the temple. People give something to the temple after fulfilling their wishes.
Means of transport
Puto Dham can be reached by road. Which is located at a distance of about 26 km from the district headquarters Koderma. Dumohani Dham is located at a distance of about 15 km from Koderma railway station.
Apart from this, it is well connected to major cities like Patna, Ranchi, Jammu, Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Old Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar etc. Which can come through rail, road and plane.
Puto Dham is about 24 km (50 minutes) from the city center on NH20 and can be reached by car, bus, auto etc. It is 165 km from Patna’s Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport and about 178 km from Ranchi Birsa Munda Airport.
Economic and social impact of Puto Dham
Puto Dham has helped the local people financially. Every day some cultural programs are held here. In which the local people are earning their livelihood by running their small shops. Many shops can be seen. Which are present near the temple.
Carrying any kind of food items in the temple is strictly prohibited. The workers working here pay special attention to cleanliness. Whenever tourists from far-off places come here for darshan, they get benefit by shopping here. Which helps in improving the economic condition of the society.
Distance of Pitho Dham is approximately
- Hazaribagh – 60 km
- Dhanbad – 148 km
- Gaya – 101 km
- Parasabad – 51 km
- Chatra – 78 km
- Nawada – 81 km
Challenges before tourism
People come to Puto Dham in summer season. So there can be some problem due to heat. Apart from this, there is no problem here in winter and rainy season. Food and drink facility is available for tourists here. If you want to do pooja-paath here, then you can contact the main priest here. Mobile number of the administrator here is 9678065323. The best time to visit here is considered to be October to February.
Development work
If we talk about development work in Puto Dham, then special work is visible everywhere here. The height of the temple appears to be about 3 to 4 storeys. Tiles have been installed everywhere in the temple premises. And other facilities are also seen.
Important information about Puto Dham
It is strictly prohibited to carry paan, gutkha, khaini, cigarette, mobile, leather belt, leather purse, coconut, incense sticks in the temple of Shankar Mata Parvati in village Puto Do Muhani Baikund Dham.
If caught, a fine of Rs. 1100 will be levied and the person will be handed over to the administration. Worship inside the temple with water, flowers, fruits, and Belpatra only.
Note: Do not enter the temple wearing jeans, pants, or suits, worship only wearing a dhoti or towel.
FAQ’s for Puto Dham
1. How to reach Puto Dham?
The best mode of transport to reach Puto Dham is by road. Which is available for rent from time to time.
2. Which are the best places to stay in Puto Dham?
There is a Dharamshala for devotees to stay. There are many hotels available in the local market for tourists.
3. What are the main activities in Puto Dham?
Shraadh, Mundan, Shadi-Vivah, Puja-Archana, Aarti, Somwari, Bhavan, Shravan Lema, Bhakti Sangeet, Cultural Programs, Vehicle Worship etc. are the main activities.