Rani Sati Temple or Mandir, also known as second Jhunjhunu Dham of India is situated at Birmitrapur, about 35 kms. from Rourkela. Sprawling over an area of 2 acres of land, Shree Rani Sati Temple, constructed before 1967 was subsequently renovated in the years 1992 and 2000. The white marbles temple structure beautifully adorned with art works and having a golden pot at its top, gives the look of a palace. In addition to the the daily rituals, on auspicious days like Bhado Amavasya or the no-moon day, special pujas are offered here. Every day meals are also distributed here on payment basis at nominal price.

There are two beautiful flower gardens in the temple complex and one of them is festooned with an alluring statue of Lord Shiva. Rani Sati temple remains open on all days from 05:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. in the morning and from 04:00 P.M. to 09:00 P.M. in the evening. Besides Rani Sati temple, the vast premises houses Sita Ram Temple, Ganesh Temple, Hanuman Temple, and Shiva Temple. Rani Sati Temple is run by a trust, headed by Gopalji Tulsyan.

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