Abstract-Throughout history, humans have created folk deities or demigods through their imagination to satisfy religious sentiments and fulfil wishes. These demigods have played an essential role in folk religion, revered for protection and prosperity. In Indian literature, these demigods are referred to as Vyantardeva or Ardhadeva. The Shilpashastras (scriptures) outline the rules for depicting these Vyantardevas in various parts of the temple. They were likely included in architecture based on prevalent beliefs among the people. These deities include Yaksha-Yakshi, Navgrahas, Dikpalas, Gandharvas, and Kinnaras. It's notable that other demigods, considered attendants of the main deity, also find a place in architecture. In Jainism, the concept of Shasan-Devtas (attendants) of the Tirthankara significantly increased the number of these demigods. In Indian art, the idols of all these semi-deities are engraved on various parts of temples according to scriptural guidelines. Indian artists often refer to these statues as human symbols for convenience. This article discusses the vivid forms of Yaksha depictions, with a special focus on Khajuraho art.

Keywords- Shilpa shastras,  Itarjana,  Vyantardeva, Brahmamaha, Shasandevs, Dikpalas.