Plan Your Visit
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is situated in the sacred village of Doddadaalavatta, Madhugiri Taluk, Tumkur District, Karnataka — 572127. The village lies near the border of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, approximately 120 km from Bangalore.
The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (approximately 140 km). From the airport, hire a taxi or take a bus to Madhugiri, then proceed to Doddadaalavatta village.
The nearest railway station is Hindupur (approximately 16 km), well-connected to Bangalore, Anantapur, and Guntakal. Gauri Bidanur is a secondary option. Auto-rickshaws and local buses are available from both stations.
KSRTC buses operate regularly from Bangalore, Tumkur, Hindupur, and Chikballapura to Madhugiri town. Doddadaalavatta is ~30 km from Madhugiri and 8 km from National Highway 73 (NH-73).
| From | Distance | Approx. Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bangalore | ~120 km | 2.5 – 3 hours |
| Tumkur | ~80 km | 2 hours |
| Madhugiri | ~30 km | 45 minutes |
| Hindupur | ~16 km | 30 minutes |
| Chikballapura | ~60 km | 1.5 hours |
| NH-73 Junction | ~8 km | 15 minutes |
Doddadaalavatta is known as the "Village of Temples" — a sacred cluster of seven ancient temples, all within walking distance. The village was also historically renowned for its red ruby stones, with trade connections extending to Rajasthan.
Morning: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Evening: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Traditional attire recommended. Please remove footwear before entering the temple.
Photography may be restricted inside the sanctum sanctorum. Please check with temple administration.
Basic lodging available in Madhugiri town (~30 km). Hindupur (~16 km) also has hotel options.
Open year-round. The Brahmotsavalu festival period offers the most vibrant experience.
Phone: +91-94491 11180
Email: srilakshminarasimhaswamytemple@gmail.com
From Bangalore, you can drive via NH-44 towards Tumkur and then take the route through Sira or Madhugiri to reach Doddadaalavatta (~120 km, about 2.5–3 hours). Alternatively, take a KSRTC bus to Madhugiri and then local transport to the village. The nearest railway station is Hindupur (~16 km).
Basic lodging options are available in Madhugiri town (~30 km) and Hindupur (~16 km). During the Brahmotsavalu festival, the temple may arrange temporary accommodations. It is advisable to plan your stay in advance, especially during festival periods.
The temple is open for darshan from 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the morning and from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening. During festivals, the temple may have extended hours. Please contact the temple at +91-94491 11180 for specific timings during festival seasons.