Balatripur Temple

Balatripur Temple (बालात्रिपुर मंदिर) is a Shakti Peetha in Balasore, Odisha.

Overview

The Balatripur Temple near Balasore in Odisha enshrines the goddess Bala (a form of Tripurasundari) and is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. The temple is located in a region rich in Shakta traditions.

History and Legend

According to tradition, the hair (kesham) of Sati fell at this site. The temple has ancient origins and was patronized by the Bhauma-Kara and Somavamshi dynasties of Odisha. The temple is part of the larger network of Shakta temples in eastern India.

Architecture and Features

The temple is built in the Kalinga architectural style with a curvilinear tower (rekha deula). The sanctum houses a stone image of the goddess. The temple complex includes a Jagamohana (assembly hall) and several subsidiary shrines.

Modern Status

The temple is managed by a local trust and is an active pilgrimage site in the Balasore district. It remains an important centre of Shakta worship in Odisha.

Verification Notes

• One of the 51 Shakti Peethas per traditional Shakta accounts.
• Audited against Wikipedia (September 2026).