Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple – Punjagutta, Hyderabad Timings, Rituals & Festivals

 

Location

• Address: Durga Nagar Colony, Punjagutta, Hyderabad, Telangana
• Distance: ~8 km from MGBS (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station)
• Access: Easily reachable via local transport, autos, and metro (nearest: Punjagutta Metro Station)

Presiding Deity and Subshrines

• Main Deity: Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy (Lord Vishnu in his auspicious wedding form)
• Consorts: Sri Devi and Bhu Devi
• Subshrines: Satyanarayana Swamy, Garuda, and Navagrahas (inferred from rituals)

Temple History and Significance

• Established: 1993
• Spiritual Benefits: Devotees seek blessings for wealth, health, prosperity, and success
• Specialty: Monthly Kalyanotsavam and Satyanarayana Vratams make it a hub for family and prosperity rituals

Annual Festivals and Monthly Rituals

Festival	Month	Highlights
Brahmotsavam	Magha Masam	Grand processions, special alankarams
Pavitrotsavam	Aswayuja Masam	Purification rituals
Dhanurmasam	Margashirsha	Early morning Suprabhata Seva
Karthika Masam	Karthika	Deepa offerings, special Harati
Vaikunta Ekadasi	Margashirsha	Swargadwara Darshan
Ugadi, Sri Rama Navami, Narasimha Jayanthi, Sri Lakshmi Jayanthi, Tholi Ekadasi, Dasara	Various	Cultural and devotional celebrations

Monthly Rituals

• Homam: 2nd or 3rd Sunday
• Kalyanotsavam: On Sravana Nakshatram or Pournami
• Satyanarayana Vratam: Twice a month – Suddha Ekadasi and Bahula Ekadasi
• Pournami Garuda Seva

Temple Timings

Day	Morning	Evening
Sunday–Thursday	6:30 am – 11:30 am	5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Friday	6:30 am – 12:00 noon	5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday	6:30 am – 12:00 noon	5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Daily Sevas:

• 8:30 am – Theerthagosti, Mantra Pushpam, Maha Mangala Harati
• Upto 11:30 am – Archana
• 5:30 pm – Archana
• 6:30 pm to 7:15 pm – Homam
• 8:30 am (Friday only) – Abhishekam

Getting Here

• By Metro:
• Nearest station: Punjagutta Metro Station (Red Line)
• From the station, it’s a short walk or auto ride to Durga Nagar Colony
• By Bus:
• TSRTC buses frequently stop at Punjagutta and Ameerpet
• From MGBS, take any bus heading toward Ameerpet or Jubilee Hills
• By Auto/Taxi:
• Autos and cabs (Ola/Uber) are easily available
• Mention “Kalyana Venkateswara Temple, Durga Nagar Colony” for clarity
• By Car:
• Parking is limited near the temple; prefer early morning or evening slots

Tips

• Morning: 8:30 am for Theerthagosti, Mantra Pushpam, Maha Mangala Harati
• Evening: 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm for Homam and 8:30 pm for Harati

• Arrive early during Brahmotsavam, Kalyanotsavam, or Ekadasi to avoid crowds
• Fridays are special for Abhishekam at 8:30 am

• Mask and water bottle (especially during summer)
• Offerings like flowers, fruits, or ghee for Homam (if participating)
• ID proof if registering for special sevas

• Photography inside the sanctum is usually restricted; check with temple staff

• For Kalyanotsavam, Satyanarayana Vratam, or Homam, inquire at the temple counter or call ahead