About Chhoti Patan Devi Temple
Situated in the Chowk area of Patna City, Chhoti Patan Devi shrine houses ancient stone idols of Goddess Durga, Sun God, and Ganesha.
Local tradition holds that visiting both Badi and Chhoti Patan Devi shrines completes the sacred Patna Shaktipeeth parikrama.
Highlights
- Historic Shaktipeeth Parikrama
- Ancient Stone Sculptures
- Chowk Patna City Heritage
Plan your darshan
Chhoti Patan Devi Temple: opening, prasad and rituals
Useful planning information gathered for visitors. Temple schedules and rules can change at short notice.
Opening and closure
- Darshan hours
- Darshan windows generally run from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Confirm current timings on festival days.
- When darshan may pause
- General darshan pauses during aarti, bhog offering, and deity shringar. Security checks apply at main entrance.
Prasad and bhog
- Prasad
- Official prasad counters are situated within the temple complex. Always obtain official receipt vouchers where available.
- Bhog
- Ask the temple office about daily bhog timings for Goddess Chhoti Patan Devi. General darshan is restricted during bhog windows.
Before you visit
- Electronic items, leather belts, and large bags may need to be stored in footwear/locker counters.
- Modest traditional attire is recommended for sacred sanctum entry.
- Follow temple line discipline and official security instructions.
Verify real-time notices with official trust administration of Chhoti Patan Devi Temple.
Ritual itinerary
- 1Nitya Darshan & Aarti of Goddess Chhoti Patan Devi
- 2Special Archana & Abhishekam by temple priests
- 3Prasad distribution at authorised counters