Below we've gathered some frequently asked questions about Ghatotkacha along with detailed information on how they are related to all the people on the Mahabharata family tree.
When was Ghatotkacha born?
Ghatotkacha was born on Sat Jan 01 3081 (in about 1054 years)
Where did Ghatotkacha die?
Ghatotkacha died in Kurukshetra, Haryana, India. Located north of Delhi and near Karnal.
When did Ghatotkacha die?
Ghatotkacha died on Tue Jan 01 3067 (in about 1040 years)
What weapon does Ghatotkacha use?
Supernatural demon powers
What was Ghatotkacha's fate?
Killed at Kurukshetra by Karna
Ghatotkacha parents include Bhima (3086), Hidimba
Ghatotkacha aunts / uncles include Yudhishthira (3087), Arjuna (3085)
Ghatotkacha cousins include Abhimanyu (3079 - 3067)
Ghatotkacha grandparents include Pandu (3097 - 3100), Kunti Pritha (3092)
Ghatotkacha great-grandparents include Vyasa Krishna Dvaipayana (3125), Ambalika (3105)
Ghatotkacha great-great-grandparents include Parasara (3150), Satyavati (3130)
This interactive Mahabharata tree was built with FamilyBushes.com — a free family tree maker. Add parents, siblings, spouses and children in a couple of clicks, attach photos and life events, and share the finished tree with your whole family as a link.
Updated: Mon Jun 29 2026

Enter your parents' names — we'll build your first tree instantly.
Make your family tree just by telling it about your family: in your own words, or with photos of old records, letters and documents — even old handwriting. The AI finds every person, date and relationship and builds the family tree for you. You approve every change.