Dhwajdhari Dham, situated on the Dhwajdhari Hill, is a spiritual place, peaceful atmosphere, sacred places, rich history, and natural beauty is something else.
Introduction
The Dhwajdhari Dham is situated on the Dhwajdhari Mountain in the Koderma district of Jharkhand state. Where Lord Shiva is worshipped. Dhwajdhari Dham is situated at a distance of about 12 km from the Koderma district headquarters.
Brahmaputra Kardam Rishi used to do penance here. In Treta Yuga, Kardam Rishi did penance for years on the top of Dhwajdhari Mountain, the place of penance of Brahmaputra Kardam Rishi. This district was named Koderma district after the name of Kardam Rishi.
The district headquarters is located at a distance of about 12 km from Koderma Junction located on the banks of NM in Koderma. Koderma is a picturesque place surrounded by mountains and forests on all sides, adjacent to the borders of Bihar state, where the environment is surrounded by clean rivers and waterfalls.
History and cultural heritage of Dhwajdhari Mountain
When a Nepali named Gulum, working in Gulakoti warehouse during the British era, climbed the Dhwajdhari Mountain to take wood from the forest. Then he saw Sant Banwari Lal meditating on the top of the mountain.
On the request of Gudum, the saint came down the mountain where he met Shri Satyanarayan Daruka Ji, a mica businessman. The first temple was built on the top of the mountain by Shri Satyanarayan Daruka Ji under the guidance of Sant Banwari Das Ji.
He built a hut at the foot of the mountain for the saints to rest. He also provided items for worship and daily needs. Sant Banwari Das Ji passed away on August 8, 1973.
After him, Sant Ram Balak Das Ji took over the responsibility of worship. Sant Ram Balak Das Ji became a foreigner on November 11, 2000. After him, the remaining Shri 108 Sukhdev Das Ji Maharaj is taking over the responsibility.
Construction work of Dhwajdhari Dham
Shri Baidyanath Daruka, Shri Diwan Chand Chhabra and Shri Ram Kishun Ram played a major role in the construction of the stairs to climb the Dhwajdhari mountain. For about 50 years, worship was done by the Daruka family and the necessary materials were provided to Sant Banwari Das and Ram Balak Das Ji.
The cowshed present in the courtyard of the Dhwajdhari temple, five rooms of Vishram Priya, well, Yagyashala and Babaji’s hut were built by the Daruka family. Devotees climb 777 steps to the top of the 500 feet high Dhwajadhari mountain and perform Jalabhishek to Lord Shiva.
Dhwajadhari Dham is known for its mythological faith. Lord Shiva and Bajrangbali are seated on the top of the mountain. The forest department has built a watch tower on the top of the mountain.
The view from the top of this watch tower, which was built for the purpose of watching the forests, looks very attractive and picturesque. Almost all the devotees who climb the mountain definitely climb this watch tower.
In the courtyard of Dhwajadhari Dham, there is a temple of Lord Shankar, Bajrangbali, Nandi Baba, Yagnyashala as well as a grand temple of Radha Krishna. The statue of Bajrangbali sitting facing south is rarely seen. Several rooms have been built for the rest of the devotees and saints visiting here. A cowshed for about 50 cows has also been built right next to it.
History of Dhwajdhari Mountain
In ancient times, there were not many trees and plants on Dhwajdhari Mountain. At that time, there used to be many big rocks and a small cave on the peak. Time changed and the environment here changed. Today, the nature here has become so beautiful that people come from far and wide to see it.
Here, temples of Lord Shiva have been built on the peak of the mountain. Where penance was done. Local devotees and devotees from other districts come to offer water on this ceiling. In the month of Shravan, the maximum crowd of devotees is seen here in this Dhwajdhari Dham.
Geography and environment of Dhwajdhari Mountain
This Dhwajdhari mountain is surrounded by dense forests. Many animals and birds are seen here. The entire forest can be seen from one place from the watch tower built here. The Shiva temple situated on the high peak of the mountain is the main attraction here.
Where the climate and weather keep changing according to time. During the rainy season, there is heavy rainfall in the surrounding areas, due to which the local people do farming. 700 stairs have been constructed to climb the mountain.
Tourism on Dhwajdhari Mountain
This place is the most attractive for tourists due to the Dhwajdhari temple located on the Dhwajdhari mountain. Apart from this, a high watch tower has been built on the mountain. From where you can see the city. You can also see the entire dense forest from this watch tower.
From this watch tower, the view of the entire forest looks green and beautiful. Due to which tourists cannot stop themselves from coming here. It is said that people from many states come here to visit this Dhwajdhari Dham. Accommodation facilities are available here for devotees.
The saint of the local temple here says that whoever wants to come here voluntarily, can come. He will be given a place to stay, eat and drink, and do devotional feelings. Where one can practice meditation and get one’s education.
Religious rituals and festivals of Dhwajdhari Dham of Dhwajdhari Mountain
People stop here with their friends and family members to enjoy the different types of swings. On the first Monday of the month of Sawan, devotees walk from Jharnakund Dham to perform Jalabhishek on the Shivalinga of Dhwajdhari Dham.
On the last Monday of Sawan, thousands of devotees perform Kanwar Yatra along with Jharnakund Dham. On this day, a feast is organized by the local people.
In which thousands of devotees take prasad. It is the effect of the glory of Bholenath in Dhwajdhari Dham that not only humans but animals and birds, all come running on hearing the name of God.
Maintenance of Dhwajdhari Dham
The Mandi premises are maintained by the committee formed by the residents of Koderma district. From time to time, with the cooperation of the residents of the district, a Bhandara is organized. In which thousands of people take prasad.
Every year, on the occasion of marriage, people from many nearby districts including Koderma get their sons and daughters married here. It is believed that the marriage ceremony held here leads to a happy and long married life.
Even today, in all the marriage ceremonies held in the district headquarters and nearby areas, the invitation card is first given to Lord Bholenath.
Stories and folktales related to Dhwajdhari Pahad
In Treta Yuga, pleased with the penance of sage Kardam, Lord Bholenath appeared with a trident and a flag. Devotees of Lord Bholenath and those who have faith in Dhwajdhari Dham make wishes.
Those whose wishes are fulfilled, offer trident or jhaal at Dhwajdhari Dham. A grand two-day fair is held every year on Mahashivratri. In which thousands of Shiva devotees from Hazaribagh, Chatra, Giridih and many other districts including Nawada of Bihar come.
Children’s toys, women’s makeup items, useful items, delicious sweets, namkeen, fast food, ice cream and other food items are sold in good quantities in the fair.
Preparation and precautions for climbing
About 700 stairs have been built to climb the Dhwajdhari mountain. In the month of Shravan, the crowd of devotees increases here. Where one has to stand in line for hours. Sometimes it takes a whole day to drink water here.
The stairs here become slippery. Due to which many devotees also get hurt. That is why, visit here keeping your safety in mind. Apart from this, if you come at any other time, there is not going to be much problem.
At that time, you can remain safe only by taking some precautions. Avoid going to dense forests. Because the forest here is very dense, and many wild animals are present. To visit the Dhwajdhari mountain, definitely bring food and drink with you. It is not available here on top of the mountain.
Social and economic impact of Dhwajdhari mountain
The forest department takes care of this Dhwajdhari mountain. And the saints’ organization located here take care of the temples and schools here. If seen in a way, this is the most special place for tourists, people coming here experience peace in their mind.
The environment here looks pure and clean. Due to this tourist place, the number of people here keeps increasing day by day. Due to which the local people here are getting economic benefits in many ways.
Research and study on Dhwajdhari mountain
Many research works are done on this Dhwajdhari mountain every day. A lot of mica is found here on this mountain. Due to which many schemes are going on around here. Many factories are running in Koderma district.
Many remains of old times have been seen here. Which is said to be of Treta Yuga. Many things are seen in this Dhwajdhari Dham for archaeological study, geographical study and cultural study. All the researchers who come here, they definitely come to Dhwajdhari Dham of this Dhwajdhari mountain.
More tourists place in Koderma District of Jharkhand
- Makamaro Hills
- Vrindaha Waterfalls
- Radha Krishna Mandir
- Maa Chanchala Devi mandir
- Ghodsimar Dhaam
- Telaiya dam
- Puto Dham
- Panchkhero Dam
- Jharna Kund Dham
- Maharshi Kardam Park
- Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary
- Petro Waterfalls
Terms and Conditions
- Enter the temple only after taking bath.
- Aarti time is daily at 6.30 am and Shringar Aarti at 5.30 pm and Shyan Aarti at 8 pm.
- This Aarti is a Vaishnav Peeth, consumption of garlic, onion and alcohol is prohibited here.
- Use of Dharmacol and plastic is prohibited in the ashram.
Some questions related to Dhwajdhari Pahad and Dhwajdhari Dham
1. How did Dhwajdhari Pahad get its name?
A temple of Lord Shiva has been built on the highest peak of this mountain. Flags have been placed on the top of it.
2. When and how can one go to Dhwajdhari Pahad?
You can know about this Dhwajdhari Pahad from the tale and story of Treta Yug. In which you can also know from the biography of Kardam Rishi Ji.
3. Is there a provision for staying on Dhwajdhari Pahad?
A Dharamshala has been built below the mountain, where all the devotees can be allowed to stay.
4. Which religious places are there on Dhwajdhari Pahad?
The main temple of Dhwajdhari Dham is of Lord Shiva which is situated on the top of the mountain. Apart from this, there are temples of many other gods and goddesses.
5. Which activities can be done on Dhwajdhari Pahad?
One can do pooja-paath, jungle roaming, adventure, picnic, photography, camping etc. here.