Salasar Balaji temple comes under the religious circuit that comprises the pilgrim centers of Khatushyamji and Rani Sati temple. These temples are in close proximity to Salasar. According to the local legends and religious scholars, this temple was initially a small building and later built in a large manner. It is considered as self creation or Swayambhu by wish fulfillments, miracles, belief and faith of the adherent devotees and a Shakti Sthal or a place of power. There are many theories concerning the actual origins of Salasar Balaji.