Administrative Gods Indra, "the King of Heaven," was apparently very popular in early Vedic Hinduism and is considered to be ...
Administrative Gods
Indra, "the King of Heaven," was apparently very popular in early Vedic Hinduism and is considered to be in charge of the administrative demigods. Here he is offering his obeisances to Lord Krishna in connection with the pastime,
"The Lifting of Govardhan Hill."
In addition to the twelve main deities listed previously there are also a number of minor deities (keeping in mind that certain Hindus may consider them more exalted or even Supreme!). They are generally considered to have specific roles within this universe.
The main ones are also considered to have charge over the eight directions, beginning with the East and moving clockwise (i.e. Indra is in charge of the East, Agni the South East,Yama the South, etc.).
Indra: King of Heaven/ god of rain
Agni: deity in charge of fire
Yama: deity presiding over death
Surya: presiding deity of the sun
Varuna: presiding deity of water
Vayu: presiding deity of the wind (air)
Kuvera: treasurer of the demigods (god of wealth)
Soma (Chandra): presiding deity of the moon
These deities are usually associated with earlier, "Vedic" Hinduism, and are rarely worshipped today, except perhaps Surya. Still prominent, especially in South Indian temples, is the worship of the "nine planets" (see Astrology).
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Minor Deities

Deva or devata means demigod. Sthala-devata specifically refers to a minor deity who has jurisdiction over a particular place – a river, forest or village. They are often worshipped in village shrines.
A popular deity is Sitala (right), the goddess of smallpox, who is worshipped in the hope of avoiding the disease.
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Other "Higher Beings"
There are many other lesser deities and higher beings, who often appear in the various stories. These include:

The Asuras (demons) who always fight

The Devas (the gods or demigods)

The Apsaras (celestial nymphs)

The Nagas (celestial serpents)

The Gandharvas (heavenly singers)

The Rakshasas (a race of man-eaters)

The Prajapatis (progenitors of mankind)
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"Modern" Deities
Some deities have risen to prominence more recently. They include:
Santoshi Ma – the goddess of contentment, worshipped mainly by ladies
Ayyappan – popular in Kerala, he is considered the son of Shiva and Mohini (the female incarnation of Vishnu)
Also Read:
Devatas or deities - A multifaceted concept in Sanatana Dharma
Hindu Gods and Goddess
List of Deties (Devatas)
LORD NATARAJ - The Lord of Dance
Lord Brahma

Lord Vishnu
Lord Shiva
Maa Durga

Lord Ganesha

Lord Kartekeya
Lord Krishna
Lord Jagannath
Lord Rama - The Role Model
Lord Hanuman
Shakti - The Dynamic Energy of Siva
Lord Kubera
Minor Deities associated with Lord Shiva
Goddess - Lalita Tripurasundari
Lord Balaji
Lord Ayyappan
Goddess - Lalita Tripurasundari
God Varuna - Brief description about God of Rain
God surya - Brief description about GOD OF FIRE
Lord Indra
Lord Vayu
God Yama
God Soma
Ashwins - twin gods
Goddess Parvathi
God Kubera
Ashta Dikpalakas
Matsya Avatar (fish)- Lord Vishnu
Kurma Avatar
Varaha Avatar (the Boar)
Lord Ganesha - the Son of Shiva
GARUDA: The carrier of " Lord Vishnu "
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