Pachali Bhairava - Festival

Pachali Bhairava is traditionally held to belong to the jyapu (farmers') caste, whose members join together with those of the khasai caste to celebrate the Pachali Bhairava Jatra held during Dasain. Various deities are carried in procession to Teku in Pachali Bhairava's honor. Because the god is easily angered the atmosphere at the shrine tends to become highly charged. Buffalo meat and blood are brought to placate him. There are almost always pilgrims and sadhus staying at the nearby dharamsalas (hospices), a sign that the temple is still very much alive. It is also well maintained, in marked contrast to the shivalayas in this part of the town.