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About the Temple
Introduction
Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple is a village shrine of Lord Hanuman in Veliminedu, Chityal mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is listed among the temples under the Telangana Endowments Department, and it is a place of daily worship for the people of Veliminedu and the surrounding villages. Veliminedu lies close to Chityal, near the Hyderabad–Vijayawada highway.
Main Deity and Worship
The presiding deity is Sri Anjaneya Swamy – Lord Hanuman, the greatest devotee of Sri Rama, honoured as the embodiment of strength, courage, wisdom and selfless service. Devotees pray to him for protection from fear and danger, for good health, for success in studies and work, and for relief from the troubles associated with Shani (Saturn).
As at most Anjaneya temples, devotees offer sindhooram (vermilion) and oil to the Lord, make garlands of betel leaves (tamalapaku) and offer vadas. Many recite the Hanuman Chalisa and perform pradakshinas around the shrine to fulfil their vows.
History
A detailed history of this temple – when it was founded and by whom – is not available in published sources at present. It belongs to the long tradition of village Anjaneya shrines in Telangana, where Hanuman is worshipped as a protector of the village and its people.
Temple Timings
Official timings for this temple are not published. Like most village temples in the region, it is generally open in the morning and evening, with more devotees on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Visitors from outside are advised to check with the temple priest or local residents before planning a visit.
Festivals
- Hanuman Jayanti: the most important day of the year at Anjaneya temples, celebrated with special abhishekam, alankaram and pujas.
- Sri Rama Navami (March–April): devotees celebrate the birth and divine wedding of Sri Rama, whom Hanuman served with total devotion.
- Tuesdays and Saturdays: the days especially dear to Hanuman, when devotees visit in larger numbers.
The exact festival calendar of this temple is not published, so please check locally for dates.
How to Reach
By Road: Veliminedu is near Chityal in Nalgonda district, close to the Hyderabad–Vijayawada highway (NH-65), about 75 km from Hyderabad and about 30 km from Nalgonda. TGSRTC and APSRTC buses on the highway stop at Chityal, and local autos are available from there.
By Train: The nearest major railway station is Nalgonda; Secunderabad and Hyderabad have more services.
By Air: The nearest airport is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), Hyderabad, about 90 km away by road.
Visitor Information
- Dress code: traditional, modest clothing is recommended.
- Best days to visit: Tuesdays and Saturdays, the traditional days of Hanuman worship.
- Nearby places: the Mahatma Gandhi Temple at Pedda Kaparthy (Chityal), Sri Varijala Venugopala Swami Devalayam at Gopalayapally, and Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple at Yadagirigutta.
