The Khilesvara Temple is a historic Shiva temple located in Khilaur in Puri district, Odisha. It is officially listed among the state-protected monuments in Odisha’s archaeological and cultural heritage records. This temple dates back to the 12th century A.D., placing it in the early medieval period of Odishan temple construction and linking it to the broader traditions of Kalinga architecture. It appears in the Government of Odisha’s lists of protected monuments under the Archaeology and Museums Department, which means it is recognized for both historical and architectural value. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped locally in the form of a Shivalinga in the sanctum (garbhagriha). This temple typically observe traditional rituals such as abhisheka (ritual bathing of the lingam), arati, and yearly festivals like Mahashivaratri.