What is Choghadiya?

Choghadiya is a table of astrology which tells the condition of 24 hours of the day on the basis of astronomical position. In this, day, Nakshatra, Tithi, Yoga and Karan are given for every day. The auspicious and inauspicious times during the day and night for worship, marriage ceremonies, festivals, etc., are classified in different tables of this table, based on the position of the planets.

Method of calculation of Choghadiya

For the calculation of Choghadiya, each day is divided into two time periods. Day time which is the period from sunrise to sunset and night time which is the period from sunset to sunrise. These two parts are then divided into eight equal parts. Each four of these eight divisions is equal to one clock and this division of time is called Choghadiya.

Significance of Choghadiya

The Choghadiya Muhurta is an integral part of the Vedic Hindu calendar, Panchang. Each part of Choghadiya can be equally beneficial or harmful depending on the date and time of the day. Choghadiya is judged on various aspects.

Use of choghadiya

Choghadiya is an ancient measure of time in India which is equal to about 24 minutes in each segment. Choghadiya is used in most areas of North India to find a good Muhurta without consulting an astrologer. In the south, Choghadiya is called Gowri Panchang. Choghadiya is more commonly used in the western regions of India. Choghadiya Muhurta has been used for starting a new work, traveling, starting a business. The meaning of clock is some part of time. In ancient India, day and night were divided into different clocks instead of today's hours and minutes.