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Kenchamba Devi Temple, Harihalli — Darshan & Jatre Guide

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Kenchamba Devi Temple, Harihalli — Darshan & Jatre Guide

The Kenchamba Devi Temple is situated at Harihalli village in K. Hosakote Hobli, Alur Taluk (Hassan). Locally revered and often associated in tradition with Hasanamba, this quiet village shrine draws devotees year-round and sees larger crowds during its annual jatre (fair), including the locally observed “Chikka Jatre”. This evergreen guide brings together the essentials in one place—how to reach, practical darshan tips, crowd/parking guidance, and an at-a-glance view of jatre schedules (updated each year as official/local notices are announced)—so you can plan a peaceful visit.

About Kenchamba Devi Temple (Harihalli)

Kenchamba Devi Temple stands in Harihalli village, K. Hosakote Hobli, Alur Taluk (Hassan). The shrine is locally revered as a powerful Shakti seat and is often linked—by tradition and legend—to the Sapthamatrika lore around Hasanamba. Devotees visit year-round, with festival crowds during the temple’s annual jatre fairs.

Deity & Tradition
Presiding deity: Kenchamba Devi (Shakti). Local lore connects the shrine to the Hasanamba Sapthamatrika tradition and the wider network of village goddess shrines in Hassan.
Location & Setting
Harihalli is accessible via Balupet → Kodlipet road (approx. 15 km from the Balupet junction). The temple sits amid greenery in a rural setting, with basic amenities nearby.
Festivals (Jatre)
The big jatre is typically observed around Vaiśākha (late Apr–May). A locally observed “Chikka Jatre” is held in October. Exact dates are announced annually by local authorities.
Visitor Notes
Regular darshan timings may vary by season and festival days. During jatre, expect crowd-control measures, traffic diversions, and special queues. Plan travel/parking accordingly.

We’ll refresh this section each year with official notices (dates, traffic plans, and contact details) as they are announced.

Kenchamba Devi — Chikka Jatre 2025

Date
Sunday, 26 Oct 2025
“Chikka Jatre” (Small fair) — per local notice
Location
Kenchamba Devi Temple, Harihalli
K. Hosakote Hobli, Alur Taluk, Hassan

ಶ್ರೀ ಹಾಸನಾಂಬೆಯ ಸಹೋದರಿ ಕೆಂಚಾಂಬ ದೇವಿಯ ಚಿಕ್ಕ ಜಾತ್ರಾ ಮಹೋತ್ಸವ ಅ. 26 ರಂದು ಜರುಗಲಿದೆ.

ಆಲೂರು ತಾಲ್ಲೂಕು ಕೆ.ಹೊಸಕೋಟೆ ಹೋಬಳಿ, ಹರಿಹಳ್ಳಿ ಗ್ರಾಮದ ಶ್ರೀ ಕೆಂಚಾಂಬ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದ ಚಾಲ್ತಿ ವರ್ಷದ ಚಿಕ್ಕ ಜಾತ್ರಾ ಮಹೋತ್ಸವವು ಅ. 26 ರಂದು ನಡೆಸಲು ಉದ್ದೇಶಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಭಕ್ತರು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಆಗಮನಿಸಿ ಜಾತ್ರಾ ಮಹೋತ್ಸವವನ್ನು ಯಶಸ್ವಿಗೊಳಿಸಬೇಕಾಗಿ ಆಲೂರು ತಾಲ್ಲೂಕು ತಹಶೀಲ್ದಾರ್ ಅವರು ಕೋರಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

Detailed darshan timings, traffic/parking advisory, and queue arrangements (if any) will be added here when officially announced.

How to Reach Kenchamba Devi Temple (Harihalli)

By Road (Self-Drive)
  • From Hassan: Take NH-75 towards Sakleshpur → at Balupet junction turn towards Kodlipet road → continue to Harihalli village; local signboards will point to the temple.
  • From Sakleshpur: Drive towards Balupet (NH-75) → turn to Kodlipet road → proceed to Harihalli.
  • From Kodlipet: Head towards Balupet road and follow the Harihalli turn-off.
  • From Bengaluru/Mangaluru: Use NH-75 via Hassan↔Sakleshpur. Exit at Balupet, then Kodlipet road → Harihalli.
By Bus (KSRTC/Private)
  • Board a bus to Balupet / Alur / Kodlipet / Sakleshpur on the Hassan–Sakleshpur route.
  • From there, use a local bus, shared jeep, or auto to reach Harihalli (last-mile 5–20 km depending on where you get down).
  • Note: Rural schedules change; confirm timings at the depot/helpdesk before travel, especially on festival days.
By Train
  • Nearest major stations: Hassan and Sakleshpur.
  • From the station, take a bus/taxi to Balupet → proceed by road to Harihalli.
Approx Distance
Hassan → Harihalli
~45–55 km
Approx Distance
Sakleshpur → Harihalli
~25–35 km
Approx Distance
Kodlipet → Harihalli
~15–20 km
Approx Distance
Bengaluru → Harihalli
~220–240 km
📍 Open in Google Maps Local name: ಕೆಂಚಾಂಬ ದೇವಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ, ಹರಿಹಳ್ಳಿ
  • Parking: Use designated parking on jatre days; avoid blocking village lanes/field entrances.
  • Roads: Last-mile approach is a narrow rural road—drive slow and yield to pedestrian traffic.
  • Festival days: Expect diversions and crowd-control; arrive early and carry essentials (water, cash, ID).

Conclusion & Next Steps

Kenchamba Devi Temple, Harihalli is a serene village shrine with a devoted local following and growing interest during its annual jatre. Use this guide to plan travel, stay mindful of crowd advisories, and respect local customs for a peaceful darshan.

  • Check the Chikka Jatre 2025 and Jatre 2026 (TBA) sections on this page for date updates.
  • Arrive early on festival days; follow volunteer/police guidance and use designated parking zones.
  • Help keep the premises clean; carry water, cash, and ID; dress modestly for temple entry.
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Note: Dates/timings are updated when official/local notices are released. If you find corrections or have on-ground updates, please let us know so we can refresh this guide for other devotees.

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