Panchang Sohagpur — 31 January 2026
Saturday, 31 January 2026 • शनिवार
Today's Cosmic Insight
NeutralAs the sun graces the horizon at 07:10 AM on this Saturday, the celestial tapestry unfolds with intricate hues. The day is painted by Shukla Chaturdashi, the 14th day of the waxing moon, a time of fullness and anticipation just before the grand culmination. The heart is full, the spirit soars, and endeavors undertaken carry the promise of fruition. However, the proximity to the full moon also amplifies emotions, so tread with mindful steps, balancing enthusiasm with thoughtful consideration. Under the gentle gaze of Punarvasu Nakshatra, the lunar mansion of renewal and return, the Moon whispers of comfort and restoration. In its second pada, the focus shifts towards nurturing and stability. It is a day to reconnect with that which nourishes your soul, be it through heartfelt conversations, creative pursuits, or simply finding solace in familiar surroundings. Let this Nakshatra guide you towards mending what is broken and revitalizing what has been depleted. The Yoga of Vishkumbha suggests that obstacles may arise, creating a sense of challenge. Yet, within these challenges lies the opportunity for growth and resilience. Approach tasks with patience and perseverance, knowing that overcoming these hurdles will strengthen your resolve. The Karana of Garaja infuses the day with an active and dynamic energy. It favors decisive actions and practical endeavors, urging you to channel your energy into tangible outcomes. However, be mindful of impulsiveness; let careful planning be your guiding star. Saturday, governed by the steady influence of Saturn, calls for introspection and discipline. Combine this with the day's energies by grounding yourself in routine, attending to responsibilities, and honoring commitments. While the Vishkumbha Yoga may present minor roadblocks, the combined influences encourage a day of mindful action, balancing enthusiastic pursuits with grounded practicality. As the sun sets at 05:59 PM, let the day's experiences be lessons learned and opportunities embraced, paving the path for a brighter tomorrow.
Panchang Elements
Auspicious Times
Inauspicious Times
Current Time Period
Panchang for Sohagpur on Saturday, 31 January 2026 shows Shukla Chaturdashi tithi (Shukla Paksha) with Punarvasu nakshatra in Pada 2. The yoga for this day is Vishkumbha and the karana is Garaja. Sunrise occurs at 06:57 AM and sunset at 06:04 PM.
What is Panchang? पंचांग
The word Panchang (पंचांग) comes from Sanskrit — Pancha (five) + Anga (limbs). It is the traditional Vedic calendar system that has been used across the Indian subcontinent for thousands of years to track lunar days, stellar positions, and cosmic rhythms. Checking aaj ka panchang (today's panchang) is a daily practice for millions of Hindus who use it to plan auspicious activities, observe vrats, and avoid inauspicious times like Rahu Kaal.
Tithi तिथि
The lunar day — determined by the angular distance between the Sun and Moon. There are 30 tithis in a lunar month, 15 in each paksha (Shukla and Krishna). Each tithi carries its own energy: some are ideal for beginnings, others for completion or rest. Festivals like Ekadashi, Amavasya, and Purnima are all tithi-based.
Nakshatra नक्षत्र
The lunar mansion — the Moon's position among 27 star clusters along the ecliptic. Each nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac and has a ruling deity, planet, and distinct character. Nakshatras are central to muhurat selection, birth chart interpretation, and compatibility matching in Vedic astrology.
Yoga योग
The luni-solar combination — calculated from the sum of the Sun's and Moon's longitudes divided into 27 equal parts. Each yoga has a name and nature (auspicious, neutral, or inauspicious). Yogas like Siddha, Amrita, and Shubha are considered favorable, while Vyaghata and Vajra call for caution.
Karana करण
Half of a tithi — each tithi has two karanas, giving 60 karanas in a lunar month. Of the 11 karana types, 4 are fixed (Shakuni, Chatushpada, Naga, Kimstughna) and 7 are movable. Karanas help fine-tune the auspiciousness of a tithi for specific activities.
Vara वार
The weekday — each vara is ruled by a planet: Ravivara (Sun), Somavara (Moon), Mangalavara (Mars), Budhavara (Mercury), Guruvara (Jupiter), Shukravara (Venus), Shanivara (Saturn). The ruling planet influences the character of the day and which activities are most favored.
Why Check Aaj Ka Panchang Daily?
For centuries, families, priests, and astrologers across India have consulted today's panchang before making any significant decision. Checking aaj ka panchang is not superstition — it's a systematic method of aligning human activity with natural cycles. Whether you need to find shubh muhurat, check Rahu Kaal, or plan a puja, the daily panchang is your guide.
Muhurat Selection
Find the most auspicious time for weddings, griha pravesh, mundan, namkaran, and other samskaras. The right muhurat combines a favorable tithi, nakshatra, yoga, and karana while avoiding Rahu Kaal.
Business & Finance
Start a new business, sign contracts, make investments, or open accounts during auspicious tithis and nakshatras. Many Indian businesses still consult the Panchang before major financial decisions.
Festival & Vrat Dates
Hindu festivals follow the lunar calendar — Diwali, Navratri, Karva Chauth, Ekadashi, and Pradosh Vrat dates all come from the Panchang. Accurate tithi calculations ensure you observe these on the correct day.
Daily Puja & Rituals
Know the ruling deity of the day, the appropriate mantras for the current nakshatra, and whether the tithi supports your planned worship. Brahma Muhurat and Abhijit Muhurat are the day's most sacred windows.
Travel & Journeys
Vedic tradition recommends checking the Panchang before long journeys. Certain nakshatras (like Ashwini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Revati) are considered ideal for travel, while Rahu Kaal should be avoided for departures.
Education & Learning
Vidyarambha (beginning of education) and joining a new course or school are traditionally timed using the Panchang. Nakshatras ruled by Mercury and Jupiter are especially valued for intellectual pursuits.
Panchang Sohagpur
This Panchang is calculated specifically for Sohagpur using precise geographic coordinates (22.59°N, 78.15°E). Sunrise in Sohagpur on this day is at 06:57 AM and sunset at 06:04 PM — all time-dependent elements including tithi end times, Rahu Kaal, Yamaghanda, Gulika Kaal, Abhijit Muhurat, and Brahma Muhurat are derived from these local sun timings.
Because the Panchang is location-sensitive, the same date can show different tithi or nakshatra transition times in different cities. A tithi that ends at 3:42 PM in Sohagpur may end at a different time in another city due to the difference in sunrise. This is why it's important to use a Panchang calculated for your specific city rather than a generic national Panchang.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is today's tithi in Sohagpur?
The tithi on Saturday, 31 January 2026 in Sohagpur is Shukla Chaturdashi (Shukla Paksha). Tithi determines the nature of the lunar day and is used for festival observance, muhurat timing, and daily planning.
What is today's nakshatra in Sohagpur?
The nakshatra in Sohagpur on 31 January 2026 is Punarvasu (Pada 2). Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions used in Vedic astrology for muhurat selection, birth chart analysis, and daily planning.
What time is Rahu Kaal on 31 January 2026 in Sohagpur?
Rahu Kaal in Sohagpur on 31 January 2026 is from 09:44 to 11:07. Rahu Kaal is a daily inauspicious period lasting approximately 90 minutes, calculated from the local sunrise time. It is considered unfavorable for starting new ventures, signing contracts, or beginning journeys. The timing shifts each day of the week based on a fixed planetary order.
Is 31 January 2026 auspicious for starting new work?
The auspiciousness of any day depends on the combination of all five Panchang elements. On 31 January 2026 in Sohagpur, the tithi is Shukla Chaturdashi, the nakshatra is Punarvasu, and the yoga is Vishkumbha. For the best results, plan important activities during Abhijit Muhurat (12:08 – 12:53) and avoid Rahu Kaal (09:44 – 11:07). For a detailed muhurat analysis, use our Muhurat Finder.
How is Panchang different for each city?
The Panchang changes from city to city because all time-based calculations depend on the local sunrise and sunset. Sunrise in a western city like Mumbai occurs later than in an eastern city like Kolkata — this shifts the timing of Rahu Kaal, Yamaghanda, Gulika Kaal, Brahma Muhurat, Abhijit Muhurat, Choghadiya, and Hora. Even tithi and nakshatra transition times can fall on different sides of midnight, making a tithi "today" in one city but "tomorrow" in another. Always use a Panchang calculated for your specific location.
What is Abhijit Muhurat and when is it ?
Abhijit Muhurat is a universally auspicious period of approximately 48 minutes occurring around midday. It is considered favorable for almost all activities — starting new work, signing documents, travel, and religious ceremonies. In Sohagpur on 31 January 2026, Abhijit Muhurat falls between 12:08 and 12:53. The word "Abhijit" means "victorious" — it is named after the auspicious nakshatra that rules this time window.
What is aaj ka panchang Sohagpur?
Aaj ka panchang Sohagpur (आज का पंचांग) means today's panchang for Sohagpur. It shows the five daily Vedic elements — Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and Vara — calculated specifically for Sohagpur using local sunrise (06:57 AM) and sunset (06:04 PM). Millions check aaj ka panchang every morning to find shubh muhurat, avoid Rahu Kaal, and plan daily puja, travel, and business. ShreeKundli provides accurate panchang Sohagpur today with location-specific timings.
How can I check kal ka panchang (tomorrow's panchang)?
Kal ka panchang (कल का पंचांग) means tomorrow's panchang. You can check kal ka panchang for Sohagpur by clicking the "Kal Ka Panchang (Tomorrow)" link at the top of this page, or by visiting tomorrow's panchang for Sohagpur directly. ShreeKundli lets you view panchang for any date — past or future — for any city. This is useful for pre-planning weddings, griha pravesh, mundan, and other important events.
Can I see today's panchang in Hindi?
Yes — ShreeKundli displays all panchang elements with their Hindi names alongside English. The tithi, nakshatra, yoga, karana, and vara names are shown in both English and Hindi (Devanagari script). The day name is displayed in Hindi as well. For a fully Hindi experience, you can switch the site language to Hindi, which translates all labels, descriptions, and content into Hindi.
What is the sunrise today and sunset time in Sohagpur?
31 January 2026's sunrise in Sohagpur is at 06:57 AM and sunset time is 06:04 PM. These times are calculated for Sohagpur's exact geographic coordinates (22.59°N, 78.15°E). Sunrise and sunset times are the foundation of the entire Panchang — all time-dependent elements including tithi transitions, Rahu Kaal, Yamaghanda, Abhijit Muhurat, Choghadiya, and Hora are derived from these sun timings.
What is the sunrise tomorrow in Sohagpur?
To check sunrise tomorrow in Sohagpur, visit tomorrow's panchang for Sohagpur. Sunrise time changes slightly each day — it gets earlier from winter to summer solstice and later from summer to winter. The change is typically 1-2 minutes per day. ShreeKundli calculates exact sunrise for every date using Swiss Ephemeris astronomical data and Sohagpur's precise coordinates, accounting for altitude and atmospheric refraction.