Deity
Vishnu (Gopal Krishna)
Krishna form
श्री साखीगोपाल
Sakhigopal Temple
Sakhigopal Temple in Sakhigopal village, Puri district, Odisha, is a historic Vishnu shrine where the deity is worshipped as Gopal Krishna. The record dates it to the 13th century under the Eastern Ganga dynasty and notes its fame for witness-legend traditions.
Sakhigopal Temple
Sakhigopal Temple
Sakhigopal Temple
Sakhigopal Temple
Sakhigopal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Historic, legend-linked shrine
Witness tradition noted
Architecture
Kalinga style
13th century
Location
Sakhigopal, Puri, Odisha
India
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 19th Century AD
- Founder
- King Purushottama Deva
- According to legend, the idol of Lord Gopal walked all the way from Vrindavan to Vidyanagar to bear witness ('Sakhi') for a poor young Brahmin. King Purushottama Deva of Kalinga brought the idol to Odisha after his military victory over Kanchi in the 15th century. The current temple complex at Satyabadi was built in the 19th century.
Significance
- Sakhigopal Temple is an essential stop along the traditional pilgrimage route to Puri Jagannath Temple. Tradition holds that a pilgrimage to Puri is incomplete without paying respects to Sakhigopal, who acted as a witness for his devotee. The temple is famous for Anla Navami festival, when Goddess Radha's feet are displayed for public view.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Arrive early if possible
Timings are approximate (05:00–21:00). Morning hours can be convenient for a calmer visit.
Verify daily darshan schedule
Temple routines can vary; confirm opening/closing times locally on the day of your visit.
Plan within Puri district travel
Sakhigopal is in Puri district; keep buffer time for local transport and road conditions.
Follow temple decorum
Dress modestly and follow on-site instructions during darshan and movement within the temple area.
Keep essentials handy
Carry water and weather protection; facilities and queues are not described in the source record.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
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Gopal Krishna worship observances
The temple is dedicated to Gopal Krishna; specific festival names and dates are not provided in the input record.
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Vishnu temple special days
Special pujas may occur as part of regular worship, but no verified festival schedule is included in the provided data.
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Local Sakhigopal gatherings
Local gatherings may be held; the source record does not list confirmed festival details.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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Sakhigopal Temple
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Temple Videos
Titles and links are sourced from temple JSON profile data.
Sakhigopal Temple Odisha | Gopal Krishna Darshan | Complete Guide
Temple Yatra Desk• 11:27
Watch on YouTubeSakhigopal Witness Legend | Story and Temple Visit (Puri District)
Bhakti & History Trails• 14:05
Watch on YouTubeSakhigopal Temple | Kalinga Architecture | Eastern Ganga Era Overview
Odisha Heritage Walks• 9:49
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