State : Maharashtra

The deity Khandoba is variously known as Mallari, Malhari, Mailar, Martand, Ravalnath, Yelkoti Mahadev and is widely popular in Maharashtra and Karnatak. The word 'Khand' means a sword and Khandoba is a warrior king. Khandoba is known as a god of Sakamabhakti i.e. it is said that he fulfills all the desires of his devotees. Jejuri is the foremost center of worship of Khandoba in Maharashtra.