Things to do in Maihar, Madhya Pradesh
Maihar is a city in Maihar district of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is the district's administrative headquarters.
5 places to visit in and around Maihar, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Maa Sharda Mandir, Maihar
Maa Sharda Temple is a Hindu temple of Goddess Sharda in Maihar district of Madhya Pradesh in India. It is believed that Goddess Sharda is the incarnation of Goddess Saraswati.
Wikipedia - 2Bhumara Temple
Bhumara Temple, sometimes called Bhumra, Bhubhara or Bharkuleswar, is a 5th or 6th-century Gupta era Hindu stone temple site dedicated to Shiva near Satna, in the Indian state Madhya Pradesh. The temple has a square plan with a sanctum and Mandapa.
Wikipedia - 3Pataini temple
The Pataini temple or Pataini devi temple is a 5th century Jain temple constructed during the reign of the Gupta Empire and located near the town of Unchehara in Madhya Pradesh, India.
Wikipedia - 4Maihar Royal Palace
- 5Maihar Devi Temple
Best time to visit Maihar
Best weather: Sep–Mar.
- Jan16°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb20°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar26°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr32°CHot
- May36°CHot
- Jun34°CHot
- Jul29°CRainy
- Aug28°CRainy
- Sep27°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct24°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov20°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec17°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 16°C | 16 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 20°C | 20 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 16 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 32°C | 12 mm |
| May | Hot | 36°C | 19 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 34°C | 126 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 298 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 270 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 27°C | 165 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 24°C | 37 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 20°C | 6 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 17°C | 6 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Maihar
- Nearest railway station: Maihar (MYR), 2 km away.
- Nearest airport: Satna Airport (TNI), 34 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Maihar costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Maihar is not included.
Compare Maihar with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maihar | – | Sep–Mar | 5 |
| Govindgarh | 57 km | Sep–Mar | 5 |
| Bandhavgarh National Park | 67 km | Oct–Mar | 5 |
| Panna National Park | 91 km | Sep–Mar | 5 |
| Khajuraho Hanuman inscription | 105 km | Sep–Mar | 20 |
Distances in a straight line from Maihar; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Maihar?
The best known are Maa Sharda Mandir, Maihar, Bhumara Temple, Pataini temple, Maihar Royal Palace, Maihar Devi Temple.
When is the best time to visit Maihar?
Best weather: Sep–Mar.
How do I reach Maihar?
Nearest railway station: Maihar (MYR), 2 km away. Nearest airport: Satna Airport (TNI), 34 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Maihar cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Maihar is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.