Kaisarganj Hanuman Temple (the Dihare Garha Hanuman Mandir) is located at Kurasi village in Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, the temple enshrines an idol of Bajrangbali, worshipped as the protector and remover of troubles. The deity draws local devotees who offer Sindoor and oil lights and recite the Hanuman Chalisa, seeking strength and blessings.
The temple is believed to be around 200 years old, making it a significant heritage site for the local community.
This small village temple features a single sanctum (garbhagriha) housing the Hanuman idol. It likely includes a modest shikhara (tower) and an open courtyard (mandapa) for collective worship. The recent clearing of nearby encroachments has restored the temple courtyard’s open space for devotees.
Long ago, this region was surrounded by dense groves and open farmland. It is believed that during a time of crisis in the village—possibly due to disease, drought, or fear—Lord Hanuman appeared in the dream of a local villager or saint. In the divine vision, Hanuman instructed the devotee to dig at a particular spot, promising his presence there. The next morning, when the villagers dug at the indicated place, they discovered a stone idol of Lord Hanuman, partially buried and glowing with a divine aura.
Recognizing it as a Swayambhu Murti (self-manifested idol), the people built a simple shrine on that spot. Over the years, the shrine came to be known as the Hanuman Mandir of Dihare Garha, a name associated with the historical landscape of the region.
As time passed, villagers began visiting the temple regularly—especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays—to seek protection, health, and relief from personal troubles. Many devotees shared stories of miraculous recoveries from illness, financial help, and peace of mind after praying to Lord Hanuman here. Word of mouth spread across neighbouring areas, strengthening the belief that this temple was a powerful spiritual centre for Hanuman’s blessings.
Kaisarganj Hanuman Temple celebrates several important festivals, the most prominent being Hanuman Jayanti, which is observed in the Hindu month of Chaitra with special prayers, devotional singing, and a community feast. Tuesdays and Saturdays are considered especially sacred, drawing large numbers of devotees who perform rituals like lighting oil lamps and chanting the Hanuman Chalisa. Ram Navami is also celebrated with reverence, connecting Lord Hanuman’s devotion to Lord Rama.
