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Grama Devata (Odisha)

ग्राम देवता
Also known as: Grāma Devatā, Village Deity, Odisha Folk Deities

About

The collective term for village guardian deities in Odisha. Each village has its own Grama Devata, often represented by a stone idol under a tree. Worshipped for protection, fertility, and community well-being. Includes forms like Bira Deva, Grameswari, and others.

Attributes

Village deityCollectiveProtectionFertilityOdisha tradition

Symbols

Stone idolTreeBoundaryLampNeem

Associated Mantras

Grāma Devatā Mantras (village-specific)

Festivals

Annual village festivalsGrama Devata Puja

Scriptures

Folk traditions

Regions Worshipped

OdishaWest BengalJharkhand

Iconography

Often represented by stone idol under tree. Simple representation. Worshipped at village boundaries or centers.