# Sri Kothakonda Veerabhadra Swamy Temple (శ్రీ వీరభద్ర స్వామి వారి దేవస్థానం, కొత్తకొండ) > Shaiva temple of Sri Veerabhadra Swamy (Kora-Meesala) with Kethamma and Medalamma at Kothakonda village, Bheemadevarpalle mandal, Hanamkonda (earlier Karimnagar) district, Telangana, India. Official site: https://kothakondatemple.com ## Key facts - Temple: Sri Kothakonda Veerabhadra Swamy Devasthanam - Presiding deity: Veerabhadra Swamy (Kora-Meesala) with Kethamma and Medalamma - Location: Kothakonda village, Bheemadevarpalle mandal, Telangana, India - District: Hanamkonda district (earlier Karimnagar district) - Map coordinates: 18.0408656° N, 79.3191054° E - Nearest railway station: Kazipet Junction (Warangal) - Nearby village: Mulkanoor – about 5 km, famous for its cooperative movement - Main festival: Kothakonda Jatara (Brahmotsavam) – 3 days around Makar Sankranti, January - Other festivals: Mahashivaratri, Devi Navaratri (Ashwayuja Masam), Ashada Bonalu - Darshan timings: 4.30 AM – 1.00 PM and 3.00 PM – 8.00 PM (closed 1–3 PM and 8 PM – 4.30 AM) - Sacred day: Tuesday - Languages: Telugu and English - Phone: 9440411453 · 9963677927 · 9908159632 ## Distances (straight-line km from 18.0408656, 79.3191054; road distance is longer) - Hanamkonda: about 26 km - Warangal: about 30 km - Kazipet Junction (nearest railway station): about 21 km - Huzurabad: about 20 km - Jammikunta: about 32 km - Husnabad: about 31 km - Karimnagar: about 49 km - Hyderabad: about 114 km ## Daily schedule ### Daily Morning Pujas - 4.30 – 5.00 AM: Melukolupu Seva - 5.00 – 5.50 AM: Mangala Vaidyam Seva - 5.30 – 6.00 AM: Suprabhata Seva - 6.00 – 7.00 AM: Sarvanga Abhishekam and Harathi - 7.00 AM – 12.00 PM: Darsanam, Dharma Darsanam, Abhishekam & Puja Archana ### Daily Afternoon Pujas - 12.00 – 1.00 PM: Maha Nivedana, Harathi & Manthra Pushpam - 1.00 – 3.00 PM: Dwara Bandhanam (temple closed) ### Daily Evening and Night Pujas - 3.00 – 7.00 PM: Harathi & Dharma Darsanam - 7.00 – 8.00 PM: Pradosh kaal pooja, Nivedana & Harathi - 8.00 PM – 4.30 AM: Dwara Bandhanam (temple closed) ## Contacts (Telugu and English) - T Veerabhadraiah (Deputy Head Priest): 9440411453 - M Rambabu (Priest): 9963677927 - G Srikanth (Priest (Kalyanams)): 9908159632 - Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/v6og8WtPwBPK1kcu8 - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kothakondatemple - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=156699831012247 ## Pages - https://kothakondatemple.com/ – Sri Kothakonda Veerabhadra Swamy Temple, Bheemadevarpalle, Karimnagar - https://kothakondatemple.com/history – Temple History - https://kothakondatemple.com/temple-timings – Temple Timings - https://kothakondatemple.com/sevas – Daily Pujas & Sevas - https://kothakondatemple.com/nitya-annadanam – Nitya Annadanam - https://kothakondatemple.com/donations – Donations - https://kothakondatemple.com/list-of-donors-2 – List of Donors - https://kothakondatemple.com/about – DIKSHA - https://kothakondatemple.com/kothakonda-jatara – Kothakonda Jatara - https://kothakondatemple.com/deity – Sri Veerabhadra Swamy – Presiding Deity - https://kothakondatemple.com/how-to-reach – How to Reach Kothakonda Temple - https://kothakondatemple.com/photos – Photo Gallery - https://kothakondatemple.com/videos – Video Gallery - https://kothakondatemple.com/contact-us – Contact Us - https://kothakondatemple.com/kothakonda-broucher-2023 – Kothakonda Brochure 2023 - https://kothakondatemple.com/kothakonda-temple-gallery-2023 – Kothakonda Temple Gallery 2023 - https://kothakondatemple.com/kothakonda-temple-hill-area-temples – Kothakonda Temple Hill Area Temples ## Frequently asked questions Q: Where is Kothakonda Veerabhadra Swamy temple? A: The temple is in Kothakonda village, Bheemadevarpalle mandal, Karimnagar district, Telangana, south-east of Karimnagar and about 5 km from Mulkanoor. Q: Who is the presiding deity? A: Sri Veerabhadra Swamy, a fierce form of Lord Shiva, worshipped as the moustached Kora-Meesala Veerabhadra with Kethamma and Medalamma on either side. Q: When is the Kothakonda Jatara held? A: Every January around Makar Sankranti, as a three-day festival that draws thousands of pilgrims from across Telangana. Q: What are the temple timings? A: Pujas begin at 4.30 AM. Darshan is available through the morning and from 3 PM to 8 PM; the temple is closed (Dwara Bandhanam) from 1 to 3 PM and from 8 PM to 4.30 AM. Q: How can I reach Kothakonda? A: Buses run to Kothakonda from Huzurabad and Husnabad. It lies near Mulkanoor, south-east of Karimnagar. Q: Who installed the deity at Kothakonda? A: Tradition says Kedara Pandita installed Kora-Meesala Veerabhadra Swamy, the Lord with a moustache, during the Kakatiya period. Q: What can be seen on the hill near the temple? A: Ruins of a large fort with Kakatiya-style gateways and five ponds, two of which are said to hold water even in severe drought. Q: Which famous village is near Kothakonda? A: Mulkanoor, about 5 km away, known across India for its cooperative movement. Q: What time does the temple open? A: Pujas begin at 4.30 AM with Melukolupu Seva; darshan continues through the morning and again from 3 PM to 8 PM. Q: When is the temple closed? A: Dwara Bandhanam is observed from 1 PM to 3 PM and from 8 PM to 4.30 AM. Q: Do timings change during festivals? A: They may change during the Jatara and other festivals; please call a temple priest before travelling. Q: Which pujas can devotees perform at Kothakonda? A: Abhishekam, Sarvangabhishekam, Archana, Kumkumarchana, Vodi Biyyam, Kesha Khandana, Kalyanam, Navagraha Pooja, vehicle pujas and more – see the full list on this page. Q: How do I book a seva? A: Call a temple priest listed on the Contact page to confirm the seva, date and offering. Q: Are vehicle pujas performed? A: Two-wheeler, auto and four-wheeler pujas are listed among the temple’s services; confirm timing with the priests. Q: What is Nitya Annadanam? A: It is the daily offering of prasadam meals to pilgrims who visit the temple. Q: How can I sponsor annadanam? A: Call the temple contacts to sponsor a day on a birthday, anniversary or in memory of loved ones. Q: Can I donate rice or groceries? A: Yes – rice, groceries or any amount; please confirm with the temple office. Q: How do I donate to the temple? A: Call the temple contacts for the official bank or UPI details and a receipt. Q: How can I avoid donation fraud? A: Always confirm the account details by phone with the temple before transferring money. Q: What does my donation support? A: Daily worship, Nitya Annadanam, the Jatara arrangements and temple maintenance. Q: How can my donation be listed? A: Please contact the temple office and share your details after donating. Q: How often is the donor list updated? A: The list is updated by the temple office from time to time. Q: Can I request that my name is not shown? A: Yes, please tell the temple office if you prefer to remain anonymous. Q: What is Veerabhadra Swamy Deeksha? A: A vow of discipline and devotion, also called Nakshatra Diksha Mala, taken by devotees of Veerabhadra Swamy. Q: For how many days is the deeksha taken? A: Devotees commonly take it for 11, 21 or 41 days. Q: What is Deeksha Viramana? A: It is the concluding ritual of the deeksha, performed during the Brahmotsavams (Jatara). Q: When is the Kothakonda Jatara? A: Every January around Makar Sankranti; exact dates change each year, so confirm with the temple. Q: How many days does the Jatara last? A: It is a three-day festival. Q: Which other festivals are celebrated at Kothakonda? A: Mahashivaratri, Devi Navaratri in Ashwayuja Masam and Ashada Bonalu. Q: Who is Veerabhadra Swamy? A: A fierce form of Lord Shiva who arose from Shiva’s anger at Daksha’s yajna, according to the Puranas. Q: Which day is sacred to Veerabhadra? A: Tuesday is considered sacred to Veerabhadra. Q: Who are Kethamma and Medalamma? A: They are the goddesses worshipped on either side of the deity at Kothakonda. Q: How far is Kothakonda from Warangal and Karimnagar? A: Roughly 30 km (Warangal) and 49 km (Karimnagar) in a straight line; road distance is longer – use the Live directions link for the exact route. Q: Which is the nearest railway station? A: Kazipet Junction (Warangal) is the nearest major railway station. Q: Are buses available to Kothakonda? A: Yes, from Huzurabad and Husnabad; some guides mention taking a bus to Mulkanoor and a shared auto from there. Q: Can I use these temple photos? A: Please contact the temple for permission and credit the temple when sharing. Q: Where can I see more photos? A: On our Facebook page and YouTube channel linked in the side bar and footer. Q: Can I send my photos to the temple? A: Yes, share them on WhatsApp or through the Contact page. Q: Where can I watch temple videos? A: On the official YouTube channel @kothakondatemple. Q: Are festival videos available? A: Pujas, sevas and festival videos are shared on the channel. Q: Can I share the videos? A: Yes, share the YouTube link with family and friends. Q: How can I contact the temple? A: Call the priests listed on this page or send the enquiry form; your message is emailed to the temple team. Q: In which languages can I contact the temple? A: Telugu and English. Q: What is the temple address? A: Kothakonda village, Bheemadevarpalle mandal, Hanamkonda (earlier Karimnagar) district, Telangana, India. ## తెలుగు సారాంశం కొత్తకొండ శ్రీ వీరభద్ర స్వామి ఆలయం భీమదేవరపల్లి మండలం, హనుమకొండ (గతంలో కరీంనగర్) జిల్లా, తెలంగాణలో ఉంది. ప్రతి జనవరిలో మకర సంక్రాంతి సమయంలో మూడు రోజుల కొత్తకొండ జాతర జరుగుతుంది.