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The shrine sits on a quiet Shivalik hillock above Jayanti Majri village — about 12–15 km north-west of Chandigarh and 6 km past the New Chandigarh / Mullanpur township. Here is the complete travel guide.
Jayanti Devi Temple is one of the most accessible Shakti shrines in north India — close enough to Chandigarh that it can comfortably be visited as a half-day trip, yet far enough out that the road suddenly turns into rolling fields, mango groves and the first folds of the Shivalik hills. The temple lies in Jayanti Majri village, in the Kharar tehsil of Mohali (SAS Nagar) district, Punjab. Its approximate coordinates are 30.81° N, 76.78° E.
| From | Distance | Driving Time |
|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh (Sector 17) | ~15 km | 30–35 minutes |
| Mohali (Phase 7) | ~16 km | 30–40 minutes |
| Mullanpur / New Chandigarh | ~6 km | 10–12 minutes |
| Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) | ~25 km | 50 minutes – 1 hour |
| Chandigarh Railway Station | ~22 km | 45–55 minutes |
| ISBT Sector 43, Chandigarh | ~17 km | 35–45 minutes |
| Panchkula | ~22 km | 50 minutes |
| Kharar | ~12 km | 25 minutes |
| Ludhiana | ~110 km | 2 hr 15 min |
| Patiala | ~80 km | 1 hr 50 min |
| Delhi | ~260 km | 4 hr 30 min |
The most popular and straightforward route is from Chandigarh. Most devotees set out from Sector 17, Sector 22 or the southern sectors via Madhya Marg or Dakshin Marg. Head north-west towards Sarangpur and the PGI roundabout, then take the road towards New Chandigarh / Mullanpur. The road is wide, generally well-maintained, and the drive itself is among the prettier short drives around the Tricity — the Shivaliks rise gradually to your right and the entire landscape begins to feel more rural with every kilometre.
Continue past the New Chandigarh ring road and the Eco-City junction. Pass through the bustling little township of Mullanpur Garibdas (named after Garibdas, the dacoit-turned-devotee whose family helped renovate the temple — see our history page). About 5–6 km past Mullanpur the village of Jayanti Majri appears on your left, with the small Jayanti Rao stream and a clearly visible hillock topped by a white domed shrine. A signposted left turn brings you to the parking area at the foot of the hill. From here, 380 stone steps lead up to the sanctum.
Drivers coming from Mohali or Kharar can take the Kurali road and turn off at the Mullanpur cut, joining the route described above. Alternatively, follow the back road through Naya Gaon and Karoran, which is a slightly longer but more scenic countryside drive of about 18 km — particularly lovely in the monsoon months when the Shivaliks turn vivid green.
From Panchkula or Zirakpur, the simplest route is via Madhya Marg / Dakshin Marg through Chandigarh and onwards as described above. Alternatively, from Panchkula one can take the Pinjore road, double back via Baddi and approach Jayanti Majri from the Himachal side — a longer (60 km) route, mostly attempted by those combining the visit with a trip to Naina Devi or Chamunda Devi.
From the northern Punjab cities, the standard route is via NH-44 to Khanna, NH-205 / Sirhind road to Kharar and then onwards to Mullanpur. Most pilgrims from these cities take an early-morning start, reach Jayanti Majri by midday, complete darshan and the climb in the afternoon, and return home in the evening.
From Delhi the most comfortable route is NH-44 to Ambala, then the Chandigarh–Ambala highway (NH-152) into Chandigarh, and onwards via PGI–Mullanpur as described. The full drive takes around 4 hr 30 min in normal traffic; many devotees from Delhi combine the visit with a weekend trip to Chandigarh and Kasauli or Morni Hills.
Jayanti Devi Temple is well-connected by Punjab and Chandigarh state-run buses, especially on weekends and during festivals.
There is no railway station at Jayanti Majri itself, but several major stations are within easy reach:
Chandigarh International Airport (IXC), also known as Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, is the nearest airport at approximately 25 km. It is served by direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Pune, Goa, Lucknow and several international destinations including Dubai and Sharjah. Pre-paid taxis at the airport will reach Jayanti Majri in about 50 minutes to one hour, depending on traffic. App-based cabs (Ola, Uber, InDrive) are also widely available.
Within Tricity (Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula, Mullanpur, Zirakpur), Ola and Uber both work reliably. A one-way drop from central Chandigarh to Jayanti Majri usually costs between ₹350 and ₹550 depending on time of day. For round-trip visits, most devotees prefer to book a local taxi for the day (₹1,500–₹2,200 for a sedan with 6–8 hours and 80 km included) — this allows you to take your time on the climb and on the descent without watching the meter. Local taxi stands in Sector 17, Sector 22 and ISBT 43 can arrange this on request.
Auto-rickshaws are easily found at Mullanpur ST Barrier and at the Mullanpur main chowk; many regulars know the temple route and will quote a flat round-trip fare including the wait time at the foot of the hill.
There is a designated parking area at the foot of the hill, just before the start of the staircase. On normal days there is more than enough space for cars and two-wheelers, free of charge. During Navratri, Phalgun Purnima Mela, Sawan Mela and on Sunday afternoons, the parking can fill up — overflow vehicles park along the approach road, which the local police regulate during festivals. Two-wheelers are usually let through closer to the steps.
Buses and large vehicles are typically directed to a separate parking strip about 200 m from the steps. Coach groups (yatra parties) are advised to inform the temple committee in advance during festival periods so that arrangements can be made — please use our contact form.
From the parking area, a flight of approximately 380 stone steps (some accounts give the number as 100 — the discrepancy is because there is a flatter middle stretch counted variously) leads up the hillock to the sanctum. The climb takes 25–45 minutes depending on pace and stops; most devotees find a comfortable rhythm. The steps are wide, generally well-maintained by the temple committees, and at the halfway mark there is a beautiful natural water tank where devotees traditionally wash their hands and feet before continuing up. There are railings on most of the steeper sections. Small chai and prasad stalls dot the climb and the descent.
For elderly pilgrims and those with mobility difficulties, the temple committee can sometimes arrange a doli (palki) carried by porters from the foot of the hill to the sanctum and back. There is a nominal charge for this service. Please ask at the parking-level information counter on arrival, or call ahead through our contact page.
Jayanti Devi Temple, Jayanti Majri village, Kharar Tehsil, Mohali (SAS Nagar) District, Punjab — 140901, India. Coordinates ~30.81° N, 76.78° E. The map above can be opened in any navigation app for live driving directions. Search “Jayanti Devi Temple Jayanti Majri” on Google Maps.
Jayanti Devi Temple is open every day of the year and there is no truly bad time to visit, but most devotees agree that the months from October to March are the most pleasant — clear skies, cool air, comfortable for the climb, and the Shivalik view from the top is at its sharpest. The Phalgun Purnima Mela in February is unforgettable but extremely crowded. Navratri (March-April and September-October) is spiritually intense but the queues are long. The monsoon months of July–September turn the entire hill emerald green and are deeply atmospheric for those who don’t mind a little drizzle. Mid-summer (May–June) afternoons are very hot for the climb; if visiting then, go at sunrise or after 5 PM.
Many pilgrims combine darshan at Jayanti Devi with other Shakti shrines and heritage sites in the region:
We strongly recommend reading our visitor guide for tips on the climb, what to carry, weather, and accessibility — and the darshan timings page for choosing the most comfortable hour for your visit.
May your journey to the goddess be smooth, and may every step up the hill clear something away from your heart.
