Sarvodaya Jain Temple
Marble Devotion by the Narmada's Source
Overview
The Sarvodaya Jain Temple is a large modern Digambar Jain temple at Amarkantak, in the forested Maikal hills of Madhya Pradesh, close to the source of the sacred Narmada river. Built in polished marble and sandstone, it is admired as an ambitious feat of contemporary temple stonework and is dedicated to Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankara. Its carved, pillared halls draw pilgrims and travellers alike to a place already revered for the Narmada's origin. MyTripMyTravel pairs it with the Narmada Kund temples on an escorted Amarkantak visit.
Amarkantak is a pilgrimage town wrapped in forest, celebrated as the point where the Narmada river rises. Among its cluster of shrines, the Sarvodaya Jain Temple stands out as a modern undertaking: a large temple in marble and sandstone whose ambition lies in the sheer scale and finish of its stone craft.
It is a Digambar Jain temple dedicated to Adinath, also known as Rishabhanatha, the first of the twenty-four Tirthankaras. The carved pillars, halls and detailing make it a draw for travellers and not only devotees, a contemporary counterpoint to the town's older river temples.
MyTripMyTravel visits it as part of an escorted Amarkantak day, alongside the Narmada Kund and the source of the river, with guidance on the etiquette expected at a working Jain temple.
At a glance
Sarvodaya Jain Temple in brief
What to see
Highlights
Modern stonework
An ambitious contemporary temple in polished marble and sandstone.
Dedication to Adinath
Devoted to Rishabhanatha, the first Jain Tirthankara.
Narmada-source setting
Set in the hills where the sacred river rises.
Carved halls and pillars
Detailed craftsmanship that draws travellers as well as pilgrims.
Amarkantak pilgrimage
Its place among the town's cluster of revered temples.
Visitor information
Our tips
Dress modestly and remove leather items before entering, as at Jain temples generally.
Pair it with the Narmada Kund and the river's source nearby.
Amarkantak sits at altitude in the hills, carry a layer in winter.
Visit in the cooler months; the plateau can be hot and hazy in high summer.
Good to know
Sarvodaya Jain Temple, your questions
What is the Sarvodaya Jain Temple?
A large modern Digambar Jain temple at Amarkantak, admired for its marble and sandstone carving.
Who is it dedicated to?
Adinath, or Rishabhanatha, the first of the twenty-four Jain Tirthankaras.
Why is Amarkantak special?
It is the source of the sacred Narmada river and a long-standing pilgrimage town in the Maikal hills.
Is there an entry fee?
No; entry is free, though donations are welcomed.
Can non-Jains visit?
Yes, respectfully, modest dress and the removal of leather items are expected, as at Jain temples generally.
Visit with us
See Sarvodaya Jain Temple, properly.
A private, chauffeured visit with a licensed expert guide, timed for the best light and the smallest crowds. We fold Sarvodaya Jain Temple into a wider Amarkantak and Central India itinerary, built entirely around you.
- Skip the queue where possible, at the right hour
- Licensed local guide who brings the story to life
- Private car and chauffeur, door to door
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