વીરપુર - પવિત્ર ધામ
Virpur - The Holy Land
Virpur is a small village in the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India, that has become one of the most important pilgrimage sites for devotees of Jalaram Bapa. This sacred village witnessed the birth, life, and divine works of one of Gujarat's most beloved saints.
Every year, millions of devotees from across India and the world visit Virpur to seek Bapa's blessings, experience the divine atmosphere, and partake in the legendary Sadavrat that continues to this day.
Ancient Temple
Historic shrine of Bapa
24/7 Sadavrat
Free food for all visitors
The Sacred Temple of Virpur
The main temple in Virpur houses the sacred Samadhi (final resting place) of Jalaram Bapa, along with the divine artifacts - the Danda (staff) and Jholi (bag) that are believed to have been given to Bapa by Lord Ram himself.
🙏 Main Mandir
The central shrine where Bapa's Samadhi is located. Devotees queue for hours to receive darshan and blessings.
📿 Sacred Danda & Jholi
The divine staff and bag, believed to be Lord Ram's gifts to Bapa, are preserved here and shown to devotees during special occasions.
🍚 Sadavrat Hall
The massive dining hall where thousands are fed daily, continuing Bapa's tradition of serving all without discrimination.
The Eternal Sadavrat
The Sadavrat at Virpur is perhaps the largest continuous free food service in the world. Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it serves free meals to over 10,000 visitors daily - and up to 50,000 during festivals and special occasions.
What makes Virpur's Sadavrat unique is not just its scale, but the spirit in which it operates. Every visitor is treated as a guest of Bapa himself, served with love, respect, and the finest quality food - all completely free.
How to Reach Virpur
By Air
Nearest airport is Rajkot (65 km). Ahmedabad airport is 200 km away with better connectivity.
By Train
Nearest railway station is Jetpur (12 km). Rajkot Junction is 65 km with better train connectivity.
By Road
Well connected by state highways. Regular buses from Rajkot, Junagadh, and Ahmedabad.
Best Time to Visit
While Virpur welcomes devotees throughout the year, certain occasions are especially significant:
Jalaram Jayanti (Kartik Sud 7)
The biggest celebration marking Bapa's birth anniversary. Lakhs of devotees visit during this time.
Mahashivratri (Bapa's Punyatithi)
The anniversary of Bapa leaving his mortal body. Special prayers and bhajans are organized.
Ram Navami
Celebration of Lord Ram's birthday, Bapa's beloved deity.
Navratri
Nine nights of devotion with special events and increased Sadavrat service.
Visitor Information
⏰ Temple Timings
Temple: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sadavrat: Open 24 hours
Aarti: Morning 6 AM, Evening 7 PM
🏨 Accommodation
Free dharamshalas available for pilgrims. Private hotels also available in nearby Jetpur town.
📝 Facilities
Shoe storage, drinking water, restrooms, wheelchair access, medical aid available on premises.
Plan Your Pilgrimage
Experience the divine blessings of Jalaram Bapa at his sacred birthplace.
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