Burhar
| Author:Laxman Burdak, IFS (R) |
Burhar () is a village in Sohagpur tahsil in Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh.
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Location
Burhar in Shahdol district is located approximate 80 km far from Amarkantak, a hill station. It also serves as a connection to prominent cities like Jabalpur, Rewa and Katni. There is a square at Burhar called Jaitpur Chauraha.[1]
Origin
Burhar was named after Budhi Mata, a local deity. It also has a temple belonging to her, in Purani Basti. Burhar is one of the fastest emerging commercial hubs of the division due to its geographical location.
Jat Gotras Namesake
History
A road called Jaitpur Chauraha leads to Jaitpur. There are many villages between Burhar and Jaitpur, principally Channudi, Bahgarh and Bhatiya. There is a temple at Bhatiya before Jaitpur which is known across the districts nearby. Devotees from all over the place gather at Bhatiya Temple, Birla mandir, Jaula Mukhi to celebrate the Hindu festivals such as Ramnavmi, Navratri, and many more.