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Sthapatya Veda Directory

The 16 Directions of Vastu Shastra

Explore the presiding devatas, elements, and classical attributes of all 16 directional zones in the Shakti Chakra.

N348.75° - 11.25°

North

उत्तर (Kubera) • Deity: Lord Kubera

The abode of Kubera, lord of wealth. Governing prosperity and career advancement.

Best Suited For✓ Living Room, Main Entrance (N3, N4), Study Area, Safe / Cash Box
Element: WaterView Details →
NNE11.25° - 33.75°

North-North-East

उत्तर-ईशान (Aushadhi) • Deity: Lord Dhanvantari

The zone of health and immunity. Governed by Dhanvantari, ensuring body resilience and medical wellness.

Best Suited For✓ Medicine Cabinet, Healing Zone, Open Courtyard, Clean Balcony
Element: WaterView Details →
NE33.75° - 56.25°

North-East

ईशान (Ishana) • Deity: Lord Shiva / Ishana

The most sacred head of the Vastu Purusha. Needs light, cleanliness, water, and prayerful silence.

Best Suited For✓ Pooja / Temple Room, Meditation Sanctuary, Underground Water Sump, Open Lawn
Element: WaterView Details →
ENE56.25° - 78.75°

East-North-East

पूर्व-ईशान (Ullasa) • Deity: Lord Parjanya

The zone of happiness and delight. Encourages lightness of heart and cheerful social bonding.

Best Suited For✓ Family Lounge, Indoor Plants, Music Room, Children Play Area
Element: AirView Details →
E78.75° - 101.25°

East

पूर्व (Indra / Surya) • Deity: Lord Indra / Surya

The gateway of the rising sun. Illuminates public interactions, network recognition, and government goodwill.

Best Suited For✓ Main Entrance (E3, E4), Large Windows, Verandah, Living Room
Element: AirView Details →
ESE101.25° - 123.75°

East-South-East

पूर्व-आग्नेय (Manthana) • Deity: Lord Aryama

The zone of Manthana (mental churning). Good for analytical research, but causes insomnia if used for sleeping.

Best Suited For✓ Analytical Study, Library, Washing Machine, Toilet (Acceptable in ESE)
Element: AirView Details →
SE123.75° - 146.25°

South-East

आग्नेय (Agneya) • Deity: Lord Agni

Seat of sacred Agni. The ideal location for the kitchen and heat sources, fueling household vitality.

Best Suited For✓ Kitchen (Cook facing East), Electrical Panels / Inverters, Boilers, Fireplace
Element: FireView Details →
SSE146.25° - 168.75°

South-South-East

दक्षिण-आग्नेय (Shakti) • Deity: Lord Savita

The zone of inner power and physical confidence. Boosts stamina and self-assurance.

Best Suited For✓ Gym / Exercise Room, Kitchen Extension, Security Post, Youth Bedroom
Element: FireView Details →
S168.75° - 191.25°

South

दक्षिण (Yama) • Deity: Lord Yama

The zone of fame and tranquil rest. Provides deep recuperative sleep and social respect.

Best Suited For✓ Bedroom (Sleep head South), Living Room Heavy Furniture, Staircase
Element: FireView Details →
SSW191.25° - 213.75°

South-South-West

दक्षिण-नैऋत्य (Visarjana) • Deity: Lord Gandharva

The zone of disposal (Visarjana). Ideal for toilets and waste exits; placement of beds here causes depletion.

Best Suited For✓ Toilet / Bathroom, Sewage Outflow, Dustbin Area, Wastewater Drainage
Element: EarthView Details →
SW213.75° - 236.25°

South-West

नैऋत्य (Nairrutya) • Deity: Nirrti / Lord Pitrus

The anchor of the house. Requires heavy weight, maximum elevation, and solid walls to guarantee stability.

Best Suited For✓ Master Bedroom, Head of Family Suite, Heavy Overhead Water Tank, Tallest Elevation
Element: EarthView Details →
WSW236.25° - 258.75°

West-South-West

पश्चिम-नैऋत्य (Vidya / Abhyasa) • Deity: Lord Dauvarika

The zone of knowledge retention and academic excellence. Best location for students study tables.

Best Suited For✓ Study Room / Desk, Children Study Table, Bookshelf, Savings Vault
Element: SpaceView Details →
W258.75° - 281.25°

West

पश्चिम (Varuna) • Deity: Lord Varuna

Governed by Varuna, presiding over the rains of prosperity and the fructification of ongoing efforts.

Best Suited For✓ Dining Area, Trader / Business Desk, Safe / Investment Locker, Children Bedroom
Element: SpaceView Details →
WNW281.25° - 303.75°

West-North-West

पश्चिम-वायव्य (Rodhana) • Deity: Lord Asura

The zone of emotional release and mental detoxification. Helps shed past regrets and negative baggage.

Best Suited For✓ Guest Toilet, Detox Bath, Therapy Studio, Storage of Obsolete Items
Element: AirView Details →
NW303.75° - 326.25°

North-West

वायव्य (Vayavya) • Deity: Lord Vayu

The seat of Lord Vayu. Governs external banking support, financial alliances, and timely assistance.

Best Suited For✓ Guest Bedroom, Finished Goods Dispatch, Parking, Pets / Animals Area
Element: AirView Details →
NNW326.25° - 348.75°

North-North-West

उत्तर-वायव्य (Rati / Akarshana) • Deity: Lord Soma

The zone of attraction and marital harmony. Fosters mutual warmth between spouses.

Best Suited For✓ Newlywed Bedroom, Dressing Room / Mirror, Wardrobe, Perfume Display
Element: WaterView Details →
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North (N) — उत्तर (Kubera)

Presiding Cosmic Lord: Lord Kubera | Angular Span: 348.75° to 11.25°
Analyze Your Room in N ✦

The abode of Kubera, lord of wealth. Governing prosperity and career advancement.

✓ Ideal Spatial Activities & Placements
  • Living Room
  • Main Entrance (N3, N4)
  • Study Area
  • Safe / Cash Box
✕ Prohibited Placements
  • Toilet / Septic Tank
  • Heavy Overhead Water Tank
  • Kitchen / Fire