Ganesha

Hindu deity, usually depicted with the head of an elephant
Ganesha, also spelled Ganesh, and also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka, and Pillaiyar, is one of the best-known and most worshipped deities in the Hindu pantheon and is the Supreme God in the Ganapatya sect. His depictions are found throughout India. Hindu denominations worship him regardless of affiliations. Wikipedia

Affiliation Deva, Brahman (Ganapatya), Saguna Brahman (Panchayatana puja)
Abode Mount Kailash (with parents) • Svānandaloka
Symbols Swastika, Om, Modak

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