The village of Kalas is situated 17 km from Bhigvan and just 6 km off the Pune-Solapur National Highway. Once home to numerous ancient temples, only a few now remain, and those are in a dilapidated state. Notable temples in the village include Haraṇeśvara, Bhairavanātha, Rāmeśvara, Kānḍeśvara, Kāśī Viśveśwara, Siddheśvara, Khuleśvara, Nāgeśvara, Aundhacī āī, and Bhairavanātha (of the hill), among others. Additionally, there's a place of the Pīr and a modern Jain temple. The origin of the village's name, Kalas, is uncertain. It may be related to the visibility of the temple śikharas from a distance or perhaps due to the elevated terrain surrounding the village.

Haraṇeśvara Temple: The Haraṇeśvara Temple serves as the principal temple of the village. Regrettably, its original form has been altered. Due to either lack of awareness about the historical value of the temple or insufficient information, the ancient structure was torn down to build a less durable cement temple. The temple derives its name, Haraṇeśvara, from the presence of deer in the area. Deer footprints, imprinted in stone, are still displayed in front of the temple's garbhagṛha. According to local elders, deer hunting has been prohibited in this area for a long time.

Currently, only the antarāḷa, garbhagṛha, and some sculptures of the Haraṇeśvara Temple remain in their original state. The Marāṭhā-period gate leading to the temple yard is partially preserved. Within the modern sabhāmaṇḍapa, two Nandī sculptures are present; it is believed that one may belong to the original temple. Other sculptures, including those of Satī's hand, Gaṇeśa, Nāga, and Mahiṣāsuramardinī, are also displayed in the sabhāmaṇḍapa.

Nandīs

Mahiṣāsuramardinī.

Architecture: The antarāḷa of the temple measures 192 cm in length and 205 cm in width, whereas the garbhagṛha is square, with dimensions of 192 x 192 cm. The entrance to the garbhagṛha is unadorned. The liṅga of Haraṇeśvara is centrally placed within the garbhagṛha. A devakoṣṭha situated behind the śivaliṅga likely once housed a sculpture of Pārvatī. Both the śikharas of the garbhagṛha and antarāḷa are simple in design. The temple's exterior is unembellished, and its śikhara is a recent addition. A dīpamāḷa stands in front of the temple. Some original sculptures from the Haraṇeśvara Temple are now found in other temples or exposed to the elements in the village. Based on these sculptures and the remaining architectural elements, it is estimated that the temple dates back to approximately the 14th century.

Certain sculptures associated with this temple are particularly noteworthy. Among these, the figures of Lakṣmī-Nārāyaṇa, Saraswatī, a standing yogī, a woman in namaskāra mudrā, and three images of Keśava stand out. In the Lakṣmī-Nārāyaṇa sculpture, both deities are seated on Garuḍa. Nārāyaṇa holds a śaṅkha, cakra, and gadā in his hands, while his lower right hand rests on Lakṣmī's waist.

The original sculptures from Haraṇeśvara temple.

Lakṣmī-Nārāyaṇa.

Sarasvatī

Keśava.

Keśava

A woman in namaskāra mudrā and three images of Keśava.

The sculpture of a standing yogī is rare. A staff is in his right hand and kamanḍalu in his left hand. He is wearing a loincloth and a peacock-like bird is standing on his left side.

A standing yogī.

Other sculptures in the Vicinity: There is a bārava near the Rāmeśvara temple behind the Haraṇeśvara temple. It has an inscription saying ‘Raghu Mahadu Mali 1842’ and sculptures of nāgas and Gaṇeśa. Probably the original bārava should be ancient. Mutilated parts of kūrmapīṭha (?), Gaṇeśa, nāga and two vīragaḷas are near the bārava. There are two Nandīs in front of the Rāmeśvara temple. It seems that one of them might be Yajñavarāha. A bust of a beautiful image is seen lying nearby. A total of six vīragaḷas are seen in the village.

Mutilated parts of kūrmapīṭha (?), Gaṇeśa, nāga and two vīragaḷas.

Two Nandīs (One of them might be Yajñavarāha).

Conlcuding Remarks: Shri. Mahadu Mali (Gurav) is the priest of Haraṇeśvara temple. The temple has received 10 acres of land as a donation since long back.  Although the temple of Haraṇeśvara was in satisfactory condition, it was demolished to make way for a new structure, driven by the availability of MP-MLA funds and a mentality favoring modernization. This action has unfortunately eradicated the village's ancient heritage due to a lack of awareness. Scattered around the village are fragments of historical images; it is crucial to preserve these in a secure location. Given that this village is only 17 km away from Palasdev, it is feasible to visit both locations in a single day.