46th Shakti Peetha

Vibhash (Tamluk)

Where Sati's left ankle fell — the Kapalini Peetha of Tamluk
📍 Tamluk, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, India
Sati's Body Part
Left ankle (Vama Gulpha)
Shakti
Kapalini (Bhimarupa)
Bhairav
Sarvananda
📖 Devi Bhagavata Purana, Seventh Skandha

According to the Seventh Skandha of the Devi Bhagavata Purana, when Mata Sati gave up her life at Daksha's yagna, Lord Shiva wandered in grief carrying her body. To protect creation, Lord Vishnu divided Sati's body with his Sudarshana Chakra. Wherever the parts of Sati's body fell, those places came to be known as Shakti Peethas (sacred seats of the Goddess).

According to tradition, it is said that Sati's left ankle fell at this place. The Shakti here is worshipped as Kapalini (Bhimarupa) and the Bhairav as Sarvananda. This place is counted among the fifty-one Shakti Peethas in the Pithanirnayas Tantra.

According to the Devi Bhagavata Purana, Sati's left ankle fell here — the Shakti Kapalini (Bhimarupa) and Bhairav Sarvananda reside at this place.

Vibhash (Tamluk) Shakti Peetha is located in Tamluk, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, India. According to tradition, it is counted among the fifty-one Shakti Peethas. The Shakti here is worshipped as Kapalini (Bhimarupa) and the Bhairav form is known as Sarvananda.

Devotees travel from far and wide to take darshan of the Mata here. Special gatherings are held during Navratri and other Devi festivals.

Location
Tamluk, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, India
Sati's Body Part
Left ankle (Vama Gulpha)
Shakti
Kapalini (Bhimarupa)
Bhairav
Sarvananda
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By Air
The nearest airport provides access to Tamluk.
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By Rail
The nearest railway station connects Tamluk by road.
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By Road
Tamluk is well connected by road. Local buses and taxis are available.
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