Nirmand

Nirmand
Kashi of Himalya
Village
Nirmand

Location in Himachal Pradesh, India

Coordinates: 32°25′N 77°34′E / 32.42°N 77.57°E / 32.42; 77.57Coordinates: 32°25′N 77°34′E / 32.42°N 77.57°E / 32.42; 77.57
Country  India
State Himachal Pradesh
District Kullu
Area
 • Total 2.5 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Elevation 1,800 m (5,900 ft)
Population (2011)[1]
 • Total 6,593
 • Density 2,600/km2 (6,800/sq mi)
Languages
 • Official Hindi
Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)
Vehicle registration HP 35
Sex ratio 10:9.5?/?

Nirmand is a village located in the taluk of Nirmand, of district Kullu, in the state of Himachal Pradesh of India. Nirmand is 2nd largest village in Himachal Pradesh, India and Name of Assembly Constituency. It is the headquarters of Nirmand Tehsil and Nirmand Block of District Kullu of Himachal Pradesh.

Overlooking the Sutlej valley in the lesser-known Seraj region of Kullu district, and about 150 km from Shimla and 17 km from Rampur, is the large Nirmand village. This village has been in existence since the early Vedic period, making it one of the oldest rural settlements in India. A number of ancient stone and wooden temples dating back to the 6th and the 7th centuries A.D. speak of Nirmand’s religious and historical importance. For this reason it is often called the "Kashi of the Himalayas."

History

One of the ancient shrines in the village is dedicated to Goddess Ambika, the mother of Parshuram. Although the original structure has been altered, several old stone sculptures have been preserved in the temple complex. A unique feature of the temple is its roof, which is made of pure copper sheets. Another temple nearby, called Deccani Mahadev Temple, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Its lingam is believed to have been brought from Deccan, and hence the name. The temple is renowned for its intricately carved wooden doors and pillars that are probably the finest examples of woodcarving in the state. Nirmand’s principal shrine, however, is the Parshuram temple complex, which is built in the traditional Pahari style with gabled slate roof and extensive use of wood and stone. The exterior wooden balconies and pillars are elaborately carved in folk style, depicting scenes from the Hindu mythology. The temple complex resembles a hill fortress, which encloses a small courtyard with the only entrance from the western side. The northern section of the temple is a double-storeyed structure, which houses the legendary bhandar (storehouse) that is believed to contain priceless artefacts of which little is known.

Access

Attractions

Shri Khand Mahadev Peak
Parshu Ram Kothi

References

  1. ↑ "Nirmand Population, 2011 Census of India".
  2. ↑ "Shrikhand Mahadev Peak".
  3. ↑ "Baga Saraha".
  4. ↑ "Rampur Bayal Hydro Project".

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