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. It takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours with 1 pandit.
Next property purchase muhurat dates in Varanasi
Good days and times for Bhoomi Pooja in the coming weeks, worked out for Varanasi from the panchangam (our method gives the same dates as Drik Panchang for 2026 and 2027). Your pandit confirms the final muhurtham with your family’s nakshatras when you book.
| Date | Nakshatra | Muhurat |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 19 Nov | Purva Bhadrapada | Thu, 19 Nov, 06:18 AM – Fri, 20 Nov, 06:19 AM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | Purva Bhadrapada | 06:19 AM – 06:57 AM |
| Thu, 26 Nov | Mrigashira | 06:23 AM – 05:47 PM |
| Fri, 27 Nov | Punarvasu | Fri, 27 Nov, 03:09 PM – Sat, 28 Nov, 06:24 AM |
| Thu, 10 Dec | Mula, Purva Ashadha | Thu, 10 Dec, 06:33 AM – Fri, 11 Dec, 06:33 AM |
| Fri, 11 Dec | Purva Ashadha | Fri, 11 Dec, 06:33 AM – Sat, 12 Dec, 03:04 AM |
Pandits available for Bhoomi Pooja in Varanasi
Bhoomi Pooja in Varanasi
In North India it is bhoomi pujan or shilanyas, performed with Ganesh, Bhoomi and Vastu puja before digging.
Well-known temples in and around Varanasi
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Durga Kund Temple
- Kaal Bhairav Temple
Areas we cover in and around Varanasi
- Lanka
- Sigra
- Assi
- Bhelupur
- Godowlia
- Sarnath
Puja timings in Varanasi this week
Varanasi timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Bhoomi Pooja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:10 PM | 08:58 AM – 10:20 AM | 11:20 AM – 12:04 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:10 PM | 03:48 PM – 05:10 PM | 11:21 AM – 12:04 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:10 PM | 07:37 AM – 08:59 AM | 11:21 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:09 PM | 02:26 PM – 03:48 PM | 11:21 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:17 AM | 05:09 PM | 11:43 AM – 01:05 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:18 AM | 05:09 PM | 01:05 PM – 02:26 PM | 11:22 AM – 12:05 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:19 AM | 05:09 PM | 10:22 AM – 11:44 AM | 11:22 AM – 12:05 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Varanasi
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
- Sun, 6 Dec
Pradosh Vrat
Bhoomi Pooja price in Varanasi and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Varanasi (this page) | ₹5,650 | Hindi |
| Lucknow | ₹5,650 | Hindi |
| Patna | ₹5,650 | Hindi |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Bhoomi Pooja cost in Varanasi?
Bhoomi Pooja in Varanasi starts from ₹5,650 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Varanasi (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 Hindi-speaking pandit for Bhoomi Pooja in Varanasi?
Yes — Hindi-speaking pandits are the norm in Varanasi. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Varanasi do you cover?
Homes and offices across Varanasi, including Lanka, Sigra, Assi, Bhelupur, Godowlia and Sarnath. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.