Sheetla Mata Mandir, Jhansi Tiraha
Ancient Sheetla Mata shrine at Jhansi Tiraha invoked for healing and health during Sheetla Ashtami
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🛣️ Distance & Exact Road Route Matrix
100% Road Distance| Starting Hub | Road Distance | Estimated Time | Transit Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Collectorate (GPS Geodesic) | 1.7 km (Straight-line) | Map Benchmark | Road ~0.4 km |
| Shivpuri Bus Stand | 0.4 km | Depends on route and traffic | Auto, E-rickshaw, Taxi, Private Car |
| Shivpuri Railway Station (SVPI) | 4 km | Depends on route and traffic | Station Taxi & Auto Stand |
| Court Road Office (Bharti Infotech) | 1.6 km | Depends on route and traffic | City E-rickshaw / Walking / Bike |
| Gwalior Airport (GWL) | 123.5 km | Depends on route | NH-46 4-lane National Highway |
| Jhansi Junction (VGLJ) | 96.5 km | Depends on route | NH-27 East-West Corridor |
🚗 Road Route Details: Road Distance: 0.4 km via urban road networks. Located 1.7 km southeast of the Collectorate at the Jhansi Tiraha highway intersection.
⚠️ Road Distance Disclaimer: Distances are catalog estimates, not independently verified routes. Road and straight-line distances differ. Confirm the visitor entrance and route before travel.
🚗 How to Reach (Air, Rail, Road & Local Transit)
✈️ Nearest Airport (By Air)
Gwalior Airport (GWL, 122 km) via 4-lane NH-46.
🚆 Nearest Rail Hub (By Train)
Shivpuri Railway Station (SVPI) with direct trains to Delhi, Gwalior, Indore, and Bhopal.
🛣️ Highway Road Access (By Road)
Directly accessible via paved municipal roads and highways.
🛺 Local Transit Guidance
Easily accessible via local e-rickshaws (₹10–₹20) or autos.
🏨 Nearby Hotels & Recommended Stays
✓ Verified Contacts & TariffsMPT Tourist Village, Shivpuri
📍 Near Bhadaiya Kund, Circular Road, Shivpuri
💰 ₹2,800 – ₹4,800
Serene natural ambiance, multi-cuisine restaurant, lush gardens, near Bhadaiya Kund
Hotel Sonchiraiya (MPT Associate)
📍 Circular Road, Shivpuri
💰 ₹2,200 – ₹3,800
Family rooms, AC cottages, conference lawn, near National Park bypass
Hotel Siya Glitz / Landmark
📍 A.B. Road / Jhansi Road, Shivpuri
💰 ₹1,800 – ₹3,200
Modern amenities, restaurant, close to Shivpuri Bus Stand and SVPI Station
📜 A to Z Verified History & Architecture
Era: 19th–20th Century Highway Threshold ShrineStanding at the historic Jhansi Tiraha junction where the road to Karera and Jhansi branches off from Old AB Road, Sheetla Mata Mandir has been venerated for generations as the protector of children from fevers and smallpox and as the guardian of eastern highway travelers.
🏛️ Architectural & Construction Style:
Compact marble-and-stone urban shrine sheltered beneath sacred neem trees at the busy rotary.
Key Historical Milestones:
- English historical notes have not yet been reviewed.
🙏 Living Folklore, Beliefs & Cultural Traditions
✨ Primary Local Legend & Belief:
Folk belief holds that offering cool water, curd, and neem leaves to Sheetla Mata protects children from summer heat-illnesses and viral eruptive fevers.
🌸 Cultural & Social Significance:
Central shrine in Shivpuri for the annual Basoda (Sheetla Ashtami) women's festival.
🎪 Annual Festivals & Traditional Fairs:
- Sheetla Ashtami (Basoda) Women Devotional Fair
- Chaitra & Sharad Navratri Sacred Festivals
ℹ️ Visitor Practical Guide (Timings, Entry & Advisory)
🕒 Timings:
06:00 AM – 09:00 PM
🎟️ Entry Ticket:
Free Entry
🌤️ Best Season to Visit:
Year-round; grand congregation on Sheetla Ashtami / Basoda after Holi (5:30 AM – 9:30 PM).
⚠️ Safety Advice:
Exercise general visitor care and adhere to local sanctuary, temple, and site safety guidelines.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the Basoda festival celebrated at Jhansi Tiraha Sheetla Mata Mandir?
Basoda (Sheetla Saptami/Ashtami) is celebrated seven to eight days after Holi, when women offer pre-cooked cool delicacies to the Goddess.
How far is the temple from the Bus Stand?
It is located just 400 meters from the main Bus Stand right at Jhansi Tiraha.