Pillayarpatti Temple Timings

Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple, located in Tamil Nadu, is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This ancient temple is a significant pilgrimage site known for its rock-cut Ganesha idol.

Opening & Closing Timings

The temple opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 8:00 PM daily. On special occasions and festivals, the timings might vary.

Regular Darshan Timings Schedule

Session	Start Time	End Time
Morning Darshan	6:00 AM	12:30 PM
Afternoon Darshan	4:00 PM	8:00 PM

Darshan Plans

Ritual Name	Cost (INR)
Archana	20
Abhishekam	100
Sahasranama Archana	500
Special Pooja	1000

Prasadam Rates

Prasadam Name	Cost (INR)
Laddu	30
Pongal	40
Puliyodarai	50
Appam	20

Special Darshan Timings

Special darshan timings are announced during major festivals like Vinayaka Chaturthi and other auspicious days, when the temple remains open for extended hours.

Special Occasions and Events

The temple celebrates various festivals with grandeur. Key events include:

Vinayaka Chaturthi
Tamil New Year
Navaratri

Average Waiting Time

The average waiting time for darshan varies from 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the day and crowd.

Peak Hours

Time of Day	Peak Hours
Morning	8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Evening	6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Temple Etiquette

Dress Code: Traditional attire is recommended. Men should wear dhoti or trousers with a shirt. Women should wear sarees or salwar kameez.
Photography: Photography and mobile phone usage are prohibited inside the temple premises.

Directions to Temple

Address: Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple, Pillayarpatti, Tamil Nadu 630207, India
Google Maps Link

Transportation

From Madurai: 70 km (Bus, Taxi)
From Tiruchirappalli: 100 km (Bus, Taxi)
Local Buses: Frequent buses are available from various parts of Tamil Nadu to the temple.

Nearby Temples

Temple Name	Distance from Pillayarpatti Temple
Thirumayam Fort Temple	15 km
Kundrakudi Murugan Temple	10 km
Avudaiyar Kovil	30 km