Burhi Gosani Devalaya, Jorhat
Goddess Durga (Burhi Gosani) temple · Jorhat, Assam, India
Burhi Gosani Devalaya is a Hindu Shakta temple on Dewal Road in Jorhat, Assam. Wikipedia describes it as a temple that was first used to worship a primordial deity called Burhi, later Sanskritised into the goddess Durga.
The temple dates to the Ahom period. Its main event, according to Wikipedia, is the annual Durga Puja, and the Assam Tribune notes that the temple carries the heritage of the royal celebration of Durga Puja by the Ahom rulers.
Faith & Tradition
Religious Significance of Burhi Gosani Devalaya, Jorhat
Wikipedia, citing Sristidhar Dutta's study of the Matak people (1985), says the shrine began as a place of worship of the primordial deity Burhi, a figure that was later identified with Durga. The cited source speaks of primordial parents known as Gira-Girasi or Bura-Buri, later Hinduised as Shiva and Shakti. The name Burhi Gosani can be read in that light, though readers should treat the etymology as the scholarly interpretation recorded on Wikipedia.
The Assam Tribune reports that the traditional worship of Durga, including the sacrifice of animals and birds, is still prevalent at the temple. Devotees and visitors who object to such practices should be aware of this before visiting.
Heritage
History of Burhi Gosani Devalaya, Jorhat
Wikipedia records that the Ahom king Gaurinath Singha shifted the capital from Rangpur to Jorhat and established the Burhi Gosani Devalaya there in 1794. The same article says the idol was brought to the Ahom kingdom by King Rudra Singha from the Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya.
Accounts differ on details of the founding, and this page follows Wikipedia's attribution. The Assam Tribune says only that the temple bears the heritage of royal Durga Puja by the Ahom kings and does not name a founder.
Wikipedia cites the Jorhat district administration's list of ancient monuments, among other references, though it does not state whether the temple has a formal protection status.
Architecture and sacred features
The sources consulted give no description of the temple's architecture, so none is given here.
Plan Your Visit
Darshan and Visitor Information
Burhi Gosani Devalaya is an active place of worship, so dress modestly and follow the temple's instructions. It is busiest during Durga Puja. The sources read do not state timings or entry rules; confirm locally before visiting.
Timings and arrangements change with seasons and festivals. Confirm current details with the temple administration before travelling. Last reviewed 1 November 2026.
Sacred Calendar
Festivals at Burhi Gosani Devalaya, Jorhat
Durga Puja
Location
How to Reach Burhi Gosani Devalaya, Jorhat
Wikipedia places the temple on Dewal Road in Jorhat, Assam, at about 26 deg 45' 32" N, 94 deg 12' 53" E. The sources read do not give transport directions; use a map application to reach Dewal Road in Jorhat town.
Location: Jorhat, Assam, India
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Questions
Burhi Gosani Devalaya, Jorhat: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Burhi Gosani Devalaya?
It is on Dewal Road in Jorhat, Assam, according to Wikipedia.
Who is Burhi Gosani?
Wikipedia records that the shrine first honoured a primordial deity called Burhi, later identified with the goddess Durga.
When was the temple established?
Wikipedia gives 1794, when the Ahom king Gaurinath Singha moved the capital from Rangpur to Jorhat.
Where did the idol come from?
According to Wikipedia, King Rudra Singha brought the idol to the Ahom kingdom from the Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya.
What is the main festival?
Durga Puja, held annually. The Assam Tribune notes the temple's link to royal Durga Puja celebrated by the Ahom rulers.
Is animal sacrifice still practised?
The Assam Tribune reports that traditional worship including sacrifice of animals and birds is still prevalent at the temple.
Sources and attribution
Further reading: Burhi Gosani Devalaya, Jorhat on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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