200+ Years
Of Ancient History
50,000+
Devotees Every Year
18+ Types
Of Puja & Anushthan
365 Days
Temple Open
Welcome to
Rahu Mandir Paithani
Rahu Mandir Paithani is one of the most revered temples dedicated to Rahu Dev, nestled amidst the serene hills of Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand. The temple is a sacred destination where devotees seek divine blessings for relief from Rahu Dosh, Kaal Sarp Dosh, career obstacles, health concerns, and other challenges through authentic Vedic rituals and spiritual guidance.
All pujas, anushthans, and mantra chanting are performed with traditional Vedic practices by the Batuk Brahmacharis of Shri Hari Agastyeshwar Sanskrit Vidyalaya, Odali, under the guidance of experienced Acharyas. Devotees from across India and abroad can participate through online puja bookings or visit the temple in person to experience its peaceful spiritual atmosphere, simple Gurukul hospitality, and timeless Vedic traditions.
Our Popular Puja & Anushthan
Birthday Graha Shanti Puja
Graha Shanti Puja is performed on the auspicious occasion of a birthday to seek happiness, prosperity, peace, and positive energy.
Rahu Graha Shanti Puja
Perform Rahu Graha Shanti Puja to reduce the challenging effects of Rahu and invite peace, stability, and positive energy into life.
Rahu Kal Puja
Perform Rahu Kal Puja to seek divine protection during challenging periods and remove obstacles caused by unfavorable Rahu influences.
Rahu Beej Mantra Jaap
Perform Rahu Beej Mantra Jaap to seek Rahu Dev's blessings, strengthen spiritual energy, and overcome obstacles associated with Rahu.
Nag Devta Puja
Perform Nag Devta Puja to seek the blessings of Nag Devta and pray for protection, prosperity, family well-being, and spiritual harmony.
Navagraha Shanti Puja
Perform Navagraha Shanti Puja to seek the blessings of all nine planetary deities and promote balance, peace, and positive energy.
Ready to Book Your Puja?
Book your puja today and get the blessings of Rahu Dev.
Visit & Stay at Gurukul
Free Stay in Gurukul
Simple and peaceful accommodation.
Sattvic Food
Pure sattvic food at minimal contribution.
Self Cooking Facility
Kitchen available for self cooking.
Peaceful Environment
Spiritual environment for sadhana and peace.
Upcoming Festivals
Sawan Shivratri
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
Hariyali Teej
Saturday, 15 August 2026
Nag Panchami
Monday, 17 August 2026
Raksha Bandhan (Shravani Purnima)
Friday, 28 August 2026
About Gurukul
Sanskrit Vidyalya, Odali
“Shri Hari Agastyeshwar Sanskrit Vidyalaya, Odali” in 2004 AD under the auspices of the “OMMBS”. The Vidyalaya, established on the ancient Gurukul pattern to protect our heritage and promote the propagation and spread of “Sanskrit”.
It was with this sense of service that we took the step of setting up “Shri Hari Agastyeshwar Sanskrit Vidyalaya, Odali” in 2004 AD under the auspices of the “OMM’BS” (Odaligaon Mahadev Mandir Bahudeshiya Samiti, Delhi). The Vidyalaya, established on the ancient Gurukul pattern, has been set up at the Mahadev temple of Odali, Pabo Block of District Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand (India), to protect our heritage and promote the propagation and spread.
What Devotees Say
Latest News & Updates
Purpose of Our Website and Its Contribution to Regional Development
The primary objective of developing this website is to bring Rahu Mandir Paithani, Maa Bunkhal Kalinka Siddhpeeth, Tara Kund Temple, and other important religious and natural attractions in the region to devotees and tourists through a reliable digital platform.
Through this digital platform, we aim to provide devotees visiting from different parts of the country with simple, reliable, and useful information about the temples, religious traditions, puja rituals, travel routes, accommodation facilities, and other essential information related to the region.
The promotion of religious tourism has the potential to create new employment and self-employment opportunities at the local level. This can benefit local communities and may also provide service and employment opportunities for Gurukul students alongside their education.
Our objective is not limited to providing information about the temples. Rather, we aim to promote religious tourism, local development, the educational environment of the Gurukul, and the cultural identity of the region together.
Through this initiative, we hope that more and more devotees will become familiar with the region’s religious and natural heritage, visit the area, and play a positive role in supporting the development of the local community and the Gurukul.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Rahu Mandir Paithani, Uttarakhand
Rahu Mandir Paithani is an important religious destination in the Pauri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. It is known for the worship of Lord Rahu, traditional Vedic Puja and Anushthan, Mantra Jaap, religious traditions and its peaceful spiritual environment.
The Gurukul conducts various religious rituals and spiritual services, including Rahu Graha Shanti Puja, Rahu-Ketu Shanti Puja, Rahu Kaal Puja, Rahu Beej Mantra Jaap, Kaal Sarp Dosh Puja, Navagraha Shanti Puja, Naag Devta Puja, Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap, Rudrabhishek, Durga Saptashati Path, Birthday Graha Shanti Puja, and special festival pujas.
Contacting the Gurukul in advance helps devotees receive timely information about the puja date, availability of the desired ritual, required religious preparations, and other important details. It also makes it easier to arrange the puja properly according to the devotee’s requirements.
No, there is no Gurukul at Rahu Mandir Paithani. Shri Hari Agustyeshwar Sanskrit Vidyalaya, Odali (Gurukul), is located at Odali village on National Highway 121 (Pauri-Paithani Road), approximately 5 kilometres from Rahu Mandir. The Gurukul is dedicated to promoting Vedic knowledge and traditional education.
Contacting the temple in advance helps devotees confirm the Puja date, availability, ritual requirements, preparations and other important details. It also allows the temple to make appropriate arrangements for the ceremony.
Accommodation arrangements are available for devotees visiting the temple, subject to availability and applicable guidelines. Visitors are advised to contact the temple in advance regarding stay arrangements, rules and facilities.
The Gurukul provides a simple and spiritually oriented environment for devotees. Food arrangements and facilities for self-cooking are subject to the applicable Gurukul guidelines and arrangements.
The general darshan timing is from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Timings may change during special festivals, religious events or other circumstances.
Under normal circumstances, the temple remains open to devotees throughout the year. However, because Paithani is located in a Himalayan region, visitors should check relevant travel and weather conditions before planning their journey.
Devotees can explore other religious and natural attractions during their visit to the region. Maa Bunkhal Kalinka Siddhpeeth and Tara Kund Temple are among the important places that can be included in a wider spiritual journey.
Yes. The destination brings together religious devotion, Vedic traditions, Himalayan surroundings and local cultural heritage. This makes Rahu Mandir Paithani a meaningful destination for spiritual journeys and religious tourism in Uttarakhand.
The Gurukul plays an important role in preserving traditional Sanskrit and Vedic learning. The education of Batuk Brahmacharis and their participation in religious activities help carry forward the region’s Vedic traditions.
Yes. Special Puja and Anushthan may be organized during important religious festivals and special occasions. Devotees can contact the temple for information about the dates, ceremonies and arrangements for specific events.
For Puja and Anushthan, Gurukul stay, temple darshan, religious travel and other enquiries, you can contact us directly.
Mobile No.: +91 – 9818388962
WhatsApp No.: +91 – 9818388962
Email ID: info@rahumandirpaithani.org
Website: www.rahumandirpaithani.org