Khatu Shyam Dham – Address & Location
Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple
Village Khatu, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India
This is one of the most famous pilgrimage centres dedicated to Baba Khatu Shyam Ji (also known as Hare Ka Sahara). Oneindia Hindi
Temple Coordinates (approx.)
- Near: Reengus Railway Station
- Distance from Jaipur Airport: ~90–95 km by road srimandir
🗓️ Major Mela & Festival Dates – 2026
🎊 Falgun (Phalgun) Mela – Main Annual Fair
The biggest and most famous mela at Khatu Shyam Dham is the Falgun (Phalgun) Mela, also called the Lakhi Mela.
2026 Falgun Mela Dates:
📅 Starts: 18 February 2026 (Pratipada, Phagun Shukla)
📅 Ends: 28 February 2026 (Dwadashi)
Duration: About 10–11 days
Main peak day (Ekadashi / equivalent): 27 February 2026. BhaktiBharat.com+1
✨ Notes:
- This is the annual flagship fair, attracting devotees from all over India. khatudarshan.com
- It’s associated with the Nishan Yatra (flag-bearing pilgrim procession) and massive crowd gatherings. BhaktiBharat.com
🎉 New Year & Monthly Awareness 2026
Before the big Phalgun mela, a special New Year 2026 mela and darshan period was held around late December 2025 to early January 2026, lasting about 5 days with heavy crowds. VIP darshan was suspended to ensure equal access for all devotees, and the darshan lines were managed with strict crowd control. Oneindia Hindi+1
📌 Latest News & Current Crowd
- In early January 2026, lakhs of devotees visited Khatu Shyam Dham for darshan and celebrations, and the temple administration kept “pat” (doors) open 24 hours to accommodate crowds. AajTak
- To manage crowds and parking, parts of the approach route were declared No Vehicle Zones and large temporary parking areas were organized near Reengus and other entry points. Rajasthanone
- VIP darshan remains closed during peak festival periods so that all visitors stand in the same queue. Oneindia Hindi
🚗 Travel & Access Tips
✔ Rail: Nearest major station – Reengus Railway Station (connected well with Jaipur / Sikar). srimandir
✔ Air: Jaipur International Airport is the closest airport (~94 km). srimandir
✔ Road: Well-connected roads; expect traffic crowds during mela dates and use designated ample parking zones with shuttle services. Rajasthanone
✔ Crowd: Plan to arrive early in the morning; heavy footfall is expected, especially during peak days of the Phalgun Mela. BhaktiBharat.com
📍 Summary – 2026 Khatu Shyam Overview
- Temple: Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Mandir, Khatu, Sikar, Rajasthan (major pilgrimage centre).
- Falgun Mela 2026: 18–28 Feb 2026 (main festival period). BhaktiBharat.com
- Phalguna Main / Ekadashi Peak: 27 Feb 2026. khatudarshan.com
- New Year 2026 darshan: Special crowd, VIP darshan closed, temple open longer hours. AajTak
- Access: Nearest rail – Reengus; nearest airport – Jaipur. srimandir