The Hindu Panchangam (Vedic calendar) is an ancient time-keeping system used in the Sri Vaishnava and broader Hindu tradition to determine auspicious and inauspicious times for daily activities, rituals, travel, and important events.
Our Today Panchangam calculator allows you to view the Panchang details for any location in the world by selecting your city and date.
This page provides accurate calculations for:
- Sunrise and Sunset
- Rahu Kalam
- Yamagandam
- Gulikai
- Tithi
- Nakshatram
- Yoga
- Karana
The calculations are based on Vedic astronomy principles and adapt automatically to your geographic location and timezone.
How to Use This Panchang Calculator
- Enter your city, state, and country in the location field.
- Select the desired date.
- Click Find Location to calculate the Panchangam for that place.
The system will automatically determine:
- Latitude and longitude
- Local timezone
- Sunrise and sunset times
- Panchang elements for that date.
Panchang Elements
Tithi
A Tithi represents the lunar day in the Hindu calendar. Each lunar month has 30 Tithis, divided into two phases:
- Shukla Paksha – waxing moon
- Krishna Paksha – waning moon
Tithis are used to determine auspicious days for rituals, fasting, and religious observances.
Nakshatram
A Nakshatra is one of the 27 lunar constellations through which the Moon travels during its monthly cycle.
Nakshatras are important in:
- Vedic astrology
- Muhurta (choosing auspicious times)
- Naming ceremonies
- Marriage compatibility
Rahu Kalam
Rahu Kalam is a daily time period considered inauspicious for starting important activities such as:
- travel
- business deals
- ceremonies
However, routine tasks may continue during this time.
Yamagandam
Yamagandam is another inauspicious time period during the day.
New ventures, journeys, and important decisions are traditionally avoided during this time.
Gulikai
Gulikai (Gulika Kalam) is associated with the shadow planet Gulika.
Unlike Rahu Kalam and Yamagandam, some traditions consider this period neutral or even beneficial for certain activities.
Yoga
In Panchang calculations, Yoga is derived from the combined positions of the Sun and Moon.
There are 27 Yogas, each representing a specific cosmic influence.
Karana
A Karana is half of a Tithi and is used in Vedic astrology to determine the nature and quality of time for activities.
Why Panchang is Important
The Panchang system has been used in Hindu culture for thousands of years to guide:
- temple rituals
- festival dates
- fasting days
- auspicious timings (muhurta)
By using accurate astronomical calculations and location-based data, this Panchang calculator provides reliable information for daily spiritual practices.
The complete Panchangam for this year can be referred to in the traditional almanac.
Download the full Panchangam here:
Sri Vaishnava Panchangam – Parapava Varusham (PDF)
Suggested FAQ Section
What is Panchangam?
Panchangam is the traditional Hindu calendar that provides five elements of time: Tithi, Vara (weekday), Nakshatra, Yoga, and Karana.
Why does Panchang differ by location?
Sunrise, sunset, and lunar positions vary depending on latitude, longitude, and timezone, which is why Panchang values change from city to city.
Can I use this Panchang worldwide?
Yes. This Panchang calculator works for any city worldwide, including the United States, India, Europe, Australia, and other regions.