Champaran (Chhattisgarh)

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Champaran, formerly known as Champajhar, is a village in the Raipur District in state of Chhattisgarh, India. It is about 60 km from the state capital of Raipur via Arang.

The village is identified with Champaranya and therefore has religious significance as the birth place of the Saint Vallabhacharya, the reformer and founder of the Vallabh Sect. A beautiful temple has been constructed in his honour. Near this is a temple of Champakeshwara Mahadeva.

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The anniversary of the birth of Saint Vallabhacharya is celebrated every year on eleventh day of Baisakh and many of followers of the Sect gather at the temple to pay homage.

The Annual Fair of Champaran is held with great festivities in the month of Magh every year.

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Champaran is accessible from Raipur both via Arang. From the junction of Arang-Rajim Road at the village of Jonda, there is a paved road to Champaran. Buses are available from Raipur and Arang.