How To Reach Turturiya Dham - Valmiki Ashram

By Air: The nearest airport is Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) in Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh. The airport is approximately 100 kilometers from Turturiya Dham. The airport is well-connected to major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Upon arrival at Raipur, you can hire a pre-paid taxi or a private cab directly to Turturiya (which will take about 2. 5 to 3 hours). This is the fastest and most comfortable way to begin your journey.

By Train: The nearest major railway station is Raipur Junction (R), which is a hub for the Indian Railways network. Other nearby stations include Bhatapara and Mahasamund, though Raipur offers the best connectivity. Raipur station is approximately 100 kilometers from the Dham.

From the station, you have three options: 1) Hire a direct cab/taxi to Turturiya. 2) Take a local train or bus to Balodabazar (29 KMS away) or Kasdol (12 KMS away). 3) From Balodabazar or Kasdol, hire a local jeep or auto-rickshaw for the final leg.

By Road: Turturiya is best reached by road as it is well-connected to nearby towns. The distance from Raipur is around 100 KMS, and from Bilaspur it is approximately 97 KMS.

From Raipur: Take the road via Patewa – Ravan – Raitum. The last few kilometers after Raitum can be a rough, unpaved road, especially as it approaches the protected forest area of the Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary. State-run buses and private buses are available up to Kasdol or Balodabazar.

By Local Transport: From the nearest major towns like Kasdol (12 KMS) or Balodabazar (29 KMS), the primary modes of local transport are shared jeeps (called sumo or commander) and large auto-rickshaws (tuktuks). You can hire these for a return trip, which is advisable given the remote location. Motorcycles are also a very popular mode of transport among locals, offering a scenic ride. It's best to negotiate the fare for the full return journey to avoid getting stranded.