What is Kedareswara Vratham?
Kedareswara Vratham (Kedara Gowri Vratham) is a Telugu family vratham to Lord Shiva as Kedareswara, observed on Deepavali Amavasya, in which Goddess Parvati is believed to have won her place as Ardhanareeswari.
Families that keep the vratham do it every year, with a 21-knot sacred thread (thoram) and offerings counted in twenty-ones — 21 adhirasams, 21 kinds of fruit and 21 betel leaves — before the katha is read.
Kedareswara Vratham in Anantapur
The vratham is a Telugu family tradition, kept every Deepavali Amavasya once a family takes it up.
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).
Shiva temples in and around Anantapur
- Lepakshi Veerabhadra Temple
Areas we cover in and around Anantapur
- Dharmavaram
- Hindupur
- Guntakal
- Tadipatri
- Kadiri
- Kalyandurg
How Kedareswara Vratham is performed
A typical Kedareswara Vratham with a Rutviju pandit follows these steps; your pandit adapts them to your family’s tradition.
- 1Kalasham and Kedareswara avahanam
- 2Ganapati pooja and sankalpam
- 3Pooja with 21 kinds of offerings
- 4Pooja and tying of the 21-knot thoram
- 5Vratha katha
- 6Naivedyam and harathi
Kedareswara Vratham samagri list
- Kalasham and coconut
- 21 adhirasams or other sweets
- 21 fruits and 21 betel leaves and nuts
- Thread for the 21-knot thoram
- Turmeric, kumkum and akshata
- Flowers, camphor and incense
Your pandit confirms the exact list after booking. You can also add a Rutviju samagri kit to your order so everything arrives before the pooja.
Benefits and best time for Kedareswara Vratham
Benefits
- Harmony and long married life
- Blessings of Shiva and Parvati for the family
- Fulfilment of the family’s vow
When to perform
- Deepavali Amavasya (Ashvija Amavasya)
Why book Kedareswara Vratham in Anantapur with Rutviju
Verified pandits
Every pandit’s profile is reviewed and approved by Rutviju before they can take bookings. See their languages and experience before you choose.
Price shown upfront
Dakshina, fees and taxes are itemised before you pay, so there is no haggling on the day.
Live pandit tracking
Follow your pandit on a live map from the moment they start their journey, just like a delivery app.
OTP-verified pooja
You confirm the pandit’s arrival and the pooja’s completion with one-time codes.
Your language, your tradition
Choose a pandit who speaks Telugu and follows your family’s customs.
Samagri made easy
Get the full samagri list after booking, or add a samagri kit to your order.
How to book Kedareswara Vratham in Anantapur
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Choose Kedareswara Vratham and a verified pandit — compare their languages, experience and price.
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Pick a date and time slot, enter your address in Anantapur and add any muhurtham preference.
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Pay securely online (UPI, cards, net banking), or choose pay-after-pooja where it is offered.
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On the day, track your pandit live, confirm their arrival with an OTP, and share the completion code once the pooja is done.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Kedareswara Vratham cost in Anantapur?
With Rutviju, Kedareswara Vratham in Anantapur starts from ₹4,520 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. The final amount depends on the pandit you choose, whether you add samagri, and express booking; the full bill is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Telugu-speaking pandit for Kedareswara Vratham in Anantapur?
Yes. Pandits follow the Telugu Smarta and Vaishnava traditions: mantras are chanted in Sanskrit, and the sankalpam and explanations are given in Telugu. Each pandit’s languages are shown on their profile, so you can pick one who matches your family’s tradition.
Which areas of Anantapur do you cover?
Pandits come to homes and offices across Anantapur and nearby areas, including Dharmavaram, Hindupur, Guntakal, Tadipatri, Kadiri and Kalyandurg. Availability for your date and area is confirmed when you choose a slot.
How long does Kedareswara Vratham take?
About 2 to 3 hours, performed by 1 pandit. Plan a little extra time for setting up the mandapam and for prasadam.
What samagri is needed for Kedareswara Vratham?
The main items are kalasham and coconut, 21 adhirasams or other sweets, 21 fruits and 21 betel leaves and nuts, thread for the 21-knot thoram and turmeric, kumkum and akshata. Your pandit shares the full list after booking, and you can add a samagri kit to your order.
Who performs Kedareswara Vratham?
Families that have the vratham as a tradition, usually the couple together, every year on Deepavali Amavasya.
How do I book Kedareswara Vratham in Anantapur?
Open the Kedareswara Vratham booking page, choose a verified pandit, pick a date and time, add your Anantapur address and pay online. You can track the pandit live on the day.