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What is Panchang?

Panchang (Sanskrit: पञ्चाङ्ग, “five limbs”) is the traditional Hindu almanac. For a given date and geographic location it lists the five key lunar-solar attributes — Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and Vāra (weekday) — together with derived timings such as Rahu Kaal. Panchang is used for muhurta (auspicious timing), festivals, and understanding the quality of a moment in Jyotiṣa.

Why place and date matter

Panchang elements change through the day. The same civil date at different longitudes can fall on different Tithis or Nakshatras near boundaries. Choosing an accurate place sets latitude, longitude, and timezone; the calculator uses a standard reference time on that date for the engine query.

The five limbs at a glance

• Tithi — Lunar day — Shukla (bright fortnight) or Krishna (dark), numbered 1–15.
• Nakshatra — The Moon’s sidereal mansion (one of 27), with a planetary lord.
• Yoga — A combined Sun–Moon angle quality; 27 Yogas cycle through the day.
• Karana — Half of a Tithi — 11 Karanas repeat in sequence through the month.
• Vāra (weekday) — Each weekday is associated with a planet and colors general tone; we show the weekday name returned for your selected date and place.

Rahu Kaal, Gulika, and Yamakanta

These are segments of the local civil day derived from sunrise divisions (traditions vary slightly). They are commonly avoided for starting important activities. Our calculator surfaces the string ranges returned by the engine for your selected date and location.

Disclaimer

Panchang outputs are for educational and cultural interest. They are not a substitute for professional advice in legal, medical, or financial matters. Regional calendars and school-specific rules can differ; always verify with your own sources for ritual timing.