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Arudha Pada Calculator — All 12 Padas

The complete map of how every dimension of your life appears to the world

🔮 12 Arudha Padas✦ A1 to A12👁️ Rashi Drishti

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What are Arudha Padas?

Arudha Padas (also called Bhava Padas) are one of Jaimini astrology's most comprehensive analytical tools. Every one of your 12 houses has an Arudha — its reflected, manifested image in the external world. Just as Arudha Lagna (A1) shows how the world perceives your personality, Dhana Pada (A2) shows the external reality of your wealth, Rajya Pada (A10) shows your career reputation, and Upapada (A12) shows your marriage. The 12 Arudha Padas together create a complete map of how every dimension of your life appears to the outside world.

The Five Most Important Arudha Padas

While all 12 padas have value, five are most commonly analyzed: A1 (Arudha Lagna) — public image; A2 (Dhana Pada) — visible wealth and financial reputation; A7 (Dara Pada) — physical relationships and partnerships; A10 (Rajya Pada) — career status and recognition; A12 (Upapada) — marriage and spiritual life. Astrologers typically study these five first before analyzing the less prominent padas.

All 12 Arudha Padas — Reference Table

CodeNameRepresents
A1Arudha LagnaSelf-image, reputation, social status
A2Dhana PadaWealth, family, speech
A3Vikrama PadaCourage, enterprise, communication
A4Matru PadaHappiness, home, real estate, mother
A5Putra PadaIntelligence, children, creativity
A6Roga PadaEnemies, debts, health, service
A7Dara PadaSpouse, partnerships, physical intimacy
A8Mrityu PadaVulnerability, transformation, secrets
A9Bhagya PadaFortune, dharma, higher knowledge
A10Rajya PadaCareer, public standing, authority
A11Labha PadaGains, fulfillment of desires, income
A12UpapadaMarriage, spiritual expenditure, liberation

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Arudha Pada FAQs — All 12 Houses Explained

What are Arudha Padas in Jaimini astrology?

Arudha Padas (A1–A12) are the reflected images of all 12 houses in Jaimini astrology. Each Pada shows the external, manifested reality of its corresponding house. A1 shows your public image, A2 your wealth reputation, A7 your partnerships, A10 your career status, and A12 (Upapada) your marriage.

How many Arudha Padas are there?

There are 12 Arudha Padas — one for each house (A1 through A12). A1 is the Arudha Lagna. A12 is the Upapada Lagna. Each is calculated using the same method: count signs from the house to its lord, then project the same number from the lord.

What is the difference between A7 (Dara Pada) and A12 (Upapada)?

A7 (Dara Pada) is the reflection of the 7th house and relates to physical intimacy, romance, and business partnerships. A12 (Upapada) is the reflection of the 12th house and relates specifically to legal marriage, spiritual union, and the permanent bond of partnership. Serious astrologers check both when analyzing relationships.

What does Rajya Pada (A10) tell us about career?

Rajya Pada (A10) shows your career reputation — how the world perceives your professional standing. Planets in A10 influence whether your career image is dynamic (Mars), scholarly (Jupiter), creative (Venus), or disciplined (Saturn). Strong benefics in A10 often indicate high professional visibility and recognition.

What does Dhana Pada (A2) show about wealth?

Dhana Pada (A2) shows the visible, external dimension of your wealth. It reveals whether your financial reality appears prosperous to the world. Planets in A2 shape whether you are seen as wealthy (Jupiter, Venus) or financially constrained (Saturn, Rahu). It is the financial image, not the internal financial reality.

How do planets in Arudha Padas work?

Planets placed in or aspecting an Arudha Pada intensify the external manifestation of that house. A benefic in A10 creates a positive career image. A malefic in A8 can create a reputation for dealing with crisis or transformation. Each placement modifies how that dimension of life appears to others.

Can Arudha Padas predict marriage timing?

Yes. Marriage often occurs during Chara Dasha of the sign containing A12 (Upapada) or the 7th from it. A7 (Dara Pada) periods can also coincide with significant relationship milestones. This is one of Jaimini's most reliable timing methods for marriage.

Is this Arudha Pada analysis free?

Yes — the complete 12-pada analysis on PanchangBodh is completely free. Enter your birth details and receive all 12 padas instantly, with sign, lord, planets in each pada, and aspects — no registration or payment required.

Based on Maharishi Jaimini's Sutras. For major life decisions, consult a qualified Jyotish practitioner.