Shri Jalaram Bapa Mandir — Pal Gam, Adajan, Surat

🌟 Origin & Significance

This revered temple is dedicated to Sant Jalaram Bapa (1799–1881), celebrated for his lifelong acts of Sadavrat—continuous charitable feeding of the needy. The idol, carved from white marble, sits serenely in the Garbha Griha, dressed in traditional attire and surrounded by icons of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman, all enriched with paintings that depict his life and teachings.

⏰ Timings & Rituals

Darshan Hours:

• Morning: 06:30–12:00 (Thu extended to 13:00)
• Afternoon Break
• Evening: 16:00–21:00 (Thu extended to 23:00)

Aarti Schedule:

• Morning Aarti: ~06:40
• Evening Aarti: ~19:00

Devotional Activities:

• Includes Mangala Aarti, Shangar Aarti, Sandhya Aarti, Abhishekam, regular bhajans, and occasional spiritual discourses.

🎉 Festivals & Celebrations

• Jalaram Jayanti (Kartika Shukla Saptami) is honoured with singing, processions, and communal feasts (prasads).
• Other celebrations include Diwali, Holi, Janmashtami, Rama Navami, and Hanuman Jayanti, featuring rituals, decorations, and festival-based events.

🏛️ Temple Architecture & Ambience

• A spacious yet simple Gujarati-style structure, clean and well-lit, featuring serene interiors and murals illustrating the saint’s life path.
• Interior aesthetics center on the white marble idol and surrounding spiritual artwork that conveys devotion and mindfulness.

🙏 Community Welfare & Seva

• Managed by Shri Jalaram Seva Mandal, the temple frequently hosts seva activities: health camps, Shram cards, other social services.
• Stay-in Dharamshalas and free feeding (Sadavrat) align with Jalaram Bapa's legacy.

📍 Location & Accessibility

• Address: Balaji Road, Bundelwad, Pal Gam (Adajan), Surat – PIN 395009 .
• Convenient for auto or two-wheeler access; basic vehicle parking nearby.
• The temple is a short walk from LP Savani Road and Pal Gam residential zones.

📋 Amenities Quick Overview

• White marble idol & vibrant decor
• Daily aarti sessions & bhajans
• Free Sadavrat (prasad distribution)
• Community assistance events (health, ID registration)
• Morning/evening aarti, spiritual gatherings
• Sheltered seating & clean interiors
• Restrooms & drinking water
• Basic parking (two-wheeler/car)

💬 Visitor Feedback

Devotees describe the temple as:

“peaceful”

“spiritual atmosphere”

Local praise emphasizes its role as a communal gathering point for devotion and charitable service.

✅ Why Visit?

This temple is ideal for those seeking spiritual solace, community connection, and to experience the living tradition of Jalaram Bapa's seva. Whether at prayer, festival time, or seva activity, it offers a warm and sacred atmosphere.