What is Bhoomi Pooja?
Bhoomi Pooja (Sankusthapana) is performed on a plot before construction begins, to worship Bhoomi Devi (Mother Earth) and the Vastu Purusha, seek permission to dig, and lay the foundation stone at an auspicious muhurtham.
Bhoomi Pooja in Machilipatnam
In the Telugu states it is called sankusthapana: the first stone is laid in the eeshanya corner at the muhurtham, often with a small homam.
Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Muhurthams follow the Telugu panchangam (Chandramana calendar).
Vishnu temples in and around Machilipatnam
- Sri Panduranga Swamy Temple, Chilakalapudi
- Srikakula Andhra Mahavishnu Temple
Areas we cover in and around Machilipatnam
- Pedana
- Gudivada
- Avanigadda
- Challapalli
- Bantumilli
- Mopidevi
మచిలీపట్నంలో భూమి పూజ / శంకుస్థాపన కోసం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను Rutviju ద్వారా ఇంటి నుంచే బుక్ చేసుకోండి — దక్షిణ ₹5,650 నుండి. తేదీ, సమయం, చిరునామా ఇచ్చి ఆన్‌లైన్‌లో చెల్లించండి — మూడు దశల్లో బుకింగ్ పూర్తి.
Puja timings in Machilipatnam this week
Machilipatnam timings from Mon, 2 Nov. Avoid starting Bhoomi Pooja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 2 Nov | 06:03 AM | 05:35 PM | 07:29 AM – 08:56 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Tue, 3 Nov | 06:03 AM | 05:35 PM | 02:42 PM – 04:08 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Wed, 4 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 11:49 AM – 01:15 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Thu, 5 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 01:15 PM – 02:41 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Fri, 6 Nov | 06:04 AM | 05:34 PM | 10:23 AM – 11:49 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sat, 7 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:33 PM | 08:57 AM – 10:23 AM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
| Sun, 8 Nov | 06:05 AM | 05:33 PM | 04:07 PM – 05:33 PM | 11:26 AM – 12:12 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Machilipatnam
- Thu, 5 Nov
Rama Ekadashi
- Fri, 6 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Sat, 7 Nov
Masik Shivaratri
- Sun, 8 Nov
Amavasya
- Fri, 13 Nov
Vinayaka Chaturthi
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
Bhoomi Pooja: steps, samagri and best time
Bhoomi Pooja takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours with 1 pandit. The main samagri is five or nine bricks / stones for the foundation, navaratnas or panchaloha pieces, kalasham, coconuts and mango leaves and turmeric, kumkum, akshata and flowers; your pandit shares the full list after booking. It is usually performed before breaking ground for a new building.
Step-by-step vidhi, full samagri list and benefits of Bhoomi Pooja →
Bhoomi Pooja price in Machilipatnam and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Machilipatnam (this page) | ₹5,650 | Telugu |
| Vijayawada | ₹5,650 | Telugu |
| Eluru | ₹5,650 | Telugu |
| Guntur | ₹5,650 | Telugu |
Book in three steps: choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time with your Machilipatnam address, and pay online — the full bill is shown before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Bhoomi Pooja cost in Machilipatnam?
Bhoomi Pooja in Machilipatnam starts from ₹5,650 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Machilipatnam (the base price is ₹5,100 in the metro cities). Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Bhoomi Pooja in Machilipatnam?
Yes — Telugu-speaking pandits are the norm in Machilipatnam. Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Machilipatnam do you cover?
Most of Machilipatnam — for example Pedana, Gudivada, Avanigadda, Challapalli, Bantumilli and Mopidevi. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.
మచిలీపట్నంలో భూమి పూజ / శంకుస్థాపన ఖర్చు ఎంత?
Rutviju ద్వారా మచిలీపట్నంలో భూమి పూజ / శంకుస్థాపన దక్షిణ ₹5,650 నుండి మొదలవుతుంది. మీరు ఎంచుకునే పురోహితులు, సామగ్రిని బట్టి మారుతుంది; చెల్లించే ముందే పూర్తి బిల్లు చూపిస్తాము.
మచిలీపట్నంలో భూమి పూజ / శంకుస్థాపన చేయించడానికి తెలుగు పురోహితులు దొరుకుతారా?
మచిలీపట్నంలో ఇంకా Rutviju పురోహితులు లేరు. చిన్న అడ్వాన్స్ చెల్లించి బుక్ చేస్తే మా బృందం ధ్రువీకరించిన తెలుగు పురోహితులను ఏర్పాటు చేస్తుంది; కుదరకపోతే అడ్వాన్స్ మీ వాలెట్‌కు తిరిగి వస్తుంది.