Bharunda

IAST|Bharunda | Hindi = भारुन्दा / भार्दे
"IAST "(pronunciation)"IAST| Bhāāruundaa" is a village located at distance of 10 km from Sumerpur, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.

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Bharunda is a village located at distance of 10 km from Sumerpur, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.Bharunda is on the bank of River Jawai, which has been dried due to deforestation and limited rainfall. Recently, the village got piped waterline and cement road which has improved hygiene level.Bharunda has two primary schools, one secondary and higher secondary school. It also has several temples such as Trikamji, Ramapir, Mamaji Bawasi. Bharunda also has connected local telephone exchange and post office. The STD dial code for Bharunda village is same as Sumerpur, that is 02933.

Climate & Rainfall

Climate is some what different from that of other villages in western Rajasthan. Although, basically the summer season raise the temperature up to 46-47 degree Celsius at peak Time in May-June , a large variation in temperature is found due to adjoining green and hilly areas. Winters are moderately cool during December-January lowering the mercury to 4-5 degree Celsius occasionally. Average rainfall during the months of July-October is 300 mm.

Demographics

Bharunda has cosmopolitan population with all resident following Hindu religion. It has members from all caste, i.e. Brahmin, Jain, Vanik, Rajput (Thakar), Kumbhar, Mena, Darji, and Rabari. The population of village is around 7,000 people.The mother tongue of the majority of people in Bharunda is Rajasthani ( read Marwari).Bharundaites are one of the thirteen million speakers in western Rajasthan speaking marwari. Marwari (as well as indigenous Rajasthani languages )and Hindi are the most widely used languages in Bharunda.

Culture

Bharunda is culturally rich and has artistic and cultural traditions which reflect the ancient Rajasthani way of life. There is rich and varied folk culture which is often depicted symbolic of the state. The music is uncomplicated and songs depict day-to-day relationships and chores, more often focused around fetching water from wells or ponds.Folk music is a vital part of Bharunda’s culture. Folk songs are commonly ballads which relate heroic deeds and religious or devotional songs known as bhajans and banis (often accompanied by musical instruments like dholak, sitar, sarangi etc.) are also sung.Bharunda is culturally rich in traditional & colorful art. You will find people engaged in skillful Zari embroidery work & other handicraft items like wooden furniture and handicrafts, carpets & pottery .Reflecting the colorful Bharunda’s culture, the clothes have a lot of mirror-work and embroidery. A traditional dress for females comprises an ankle length skirt and a short top, also known as a lehenga or a chaniya choli. A piece of cloth is used to cover the head, both for protection from heat and maintenance of modesty. In the village dresses are usually designed in bright colors like Red, Maroon, blue, yellow and orange.

Geography

Bharunda is connected by road to Sumerpur. At around 2 km distance on Bharunda Sumerpur road, there is mountain named Kawar (also know as Bhuria baba ri dhuni). There is mythological tale which indicate that Raja Bhruthhari and Guru Gorakhnath has visited this place and the dhuni was established during that time.Bharunda is on bank River Jawai, which has been dried due to deforestation and limited rainfall. Recently, the village got piped waterline and cement road which has improved hygiene level.

Economy

Inhabitants of Bharunda are occupied by agriculture.Bharunda's economy is primarily agricultural and pastoral. Wheat and barley are cultivated all over, as are pulses, sugarcane, and oilseeds. Cotton and wheat are cash crops. There are mainly two crop seasons.The water for irrigation comes from wells and tanks. The Jawai Bandh Canal irrigates Bharunda & neighbouring villages.Many people from Bharunda have shifted to Mumbai in search of better prospect. While the Gorwal Brahmin sect is prominently involved in textile trade in Mangaldas Market in Mumbai, Gomtiwal Brahim have been concentrated in Kurla and Thane with Tea hotel. Some of Kumbhar and representative of other caste have established medical stores in Mumbai. They have contributed in development of village and renovation of temples in village.But that was then,off late the so called "Gen Next - ( Youth) of this tiny Village are embarking on the corporate world, by working successfully with many renowned Indian & MNC companies

Cuisine

People in & from Bharunda are quite fond of food.Cuisine is predominantly vegetarian and dazzling in its variety. Food is cooked with minimum use of water and people prefer to use more milk, buttermilk and clarified butter. Dried lentils, beans from indigenous plants like sangri, ker etc. are used liberally. Gram flour is major ingredient here and is used to make some of the delicacies like Kachori, bhajiya, gatte ki sabji, pakodi, powdered lentils are used for papad. Bajra and corn is used majorly for preparations of traditional mouthwatering(drooling) dishes. People are also fond of Raabdi, khichdi,dal-dhokdi and rotis like makki ri ghat & bajra ra hogra. Various chutneys are made from locally available spices like turmeric, coriander, mint and garlic.The spice content is on the higher side, even by Indian standards. Bharundaites also relish ghee which is an integral part of many of the preparations. The most famous dish would probably be dal-bati, which are spicy lentils with baked balls of wheat with lots of ghee. The variety of sweet dishes is also immense and sweets are relished as much as the spicy curries. Some of the popular sweet dishes are Daadi ru Hiru, vasaniyu, mootichur, boondi & Kharmoo ra Ladoo, Sutarfini. Bharundaites don't savour everything for themselves but also for their guests."Athithi Devo Bhava",Inhabitants believe in that & as the old Sanskrit saying goes, guests are fed with lot of affection, also termed "manuhar" or "manvar". It is considered extremely rude to just lay the food on the table and expect guests to serve themselves.

weet Dishes

Sweet dishes are never referred to as 'dessert' in Bharunda, because unlike desserts which are had after the meal, over here sweets are had before the meal, with the meal, and after the meal! And typically there is no rationing. Dal Batti - Churma is the most popular delicacy usually served with baatis and dal. It is coarsely ground wheat crushed and cooked with ghee and sugar. Traditionally it is made by mashing up wheat flour baatis or left over rotis in ghee and jaggery.

Here is a partial list of dishes inhabitant & others from this village cherish:• Daal-Baati• Malpua • Sutarfini • Raabdi • Gatte • Laapsi • Chhaachh • Kicha ki sabji • Guwar flower ki saag • Beans ki sabji • Karela ki sabji • Raabori• Ghevar• Vadi • Raab • Aloo matar ki sabji • Mango Juice ( popularly called as kairee ro russ : Russ - bati in summer season is equally Cherished.)

Music and Entertainment

Folk songs are sung by women during marriages and other social occasions. Many villagers own TVs and Radios. One can hear sounds of popular native songs( in form of bhajans) & Hindi music emanating from stereos and other devices during late evenings and afternoons from different houses. Soulful & soothing bhajans are always accompanied by musical instruments like dholak, sitar, sarangi etc to add the cultural flavor.

Games and sports

Most of the children play cricket /Gulli Danda / Marbles. Some villagers also play volleyball and football. Villagers can be seen playing cards at Pechka (village common area).

Festivals

Villagers celebrate all major Hindu festivals. Some of the major festivals are Holi, Deepawali, Makar Shakranti, Raksha Bandhan, Teez, etc. Bharundaites celebrate holi/Dhuleti for 15 days.Its quite a carnival for them. Most of the people perform GHER dance at SOTARA. Usually people spend the day throwing coloured powder and water at each other. Also a special drink called "thandai" is prepared, sometimes containing bhang (Cannabis sativa). People invite each other to their houses for feasts and celebrations later in the evening. Unlike others who use more long-lasting and strong colors (which are chemically enhanced and artificial colors)Bharundaites prefer to use coloured powders which has a medicinal significance & are traditionally made like out of Neem, Kumkum, Haldi, Bilva, and other medicinal herbs.

The temple of Sri Bihariji Maharaj is located in Bharunda, Rajasthan, India.

This temple is worshipped by locals from the area. This sage is supposed to be the kul-devta of the Sultania's, Jalan's and other important Marwari communities. It is believed that this sage was born here many thousands of years ago. He was supposed to have enlightened the community folks living in this area.

It is said that the foot prints are still visible and are worshipped here. There is a huge tree around a kilometre away where he did tapasya. Every year, there is a huge fair during the month of August and especially on Janamasthmi day (the day when Krishna was born). Thousands of devoted flank the temple of this auspicious day for the darshan of this sage and his devout god - Krishna himself. Recently, Sri Bihariji Seva Sadan has started magnification of the temple precincts.

Rail transport

Bharunda(Railway Station - Jawai Bandh) is very well connected by rail with all major cities and towns in India. Bharunda is connected on the broad-gauge and meter gauge network of the Indian Railways. Bharunda has direct trains on the broad gauge network to cities like Agra, Delhi, Mumbai, etc. across the country and to cities like Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur, Kota, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur within Rajasthan. The nearest railway station is Jawai Bandh which is approximately 21 km. away from Bharunda.

Road transport

Bus transport services is available from Mumbai,Ahmedabad,Surat,Abu & other major cities to Bharunda via Summerpur.Recently, direct bus services from Bharunda to Mumbai has started.

By Air

Nearest Airport is Jodhpur / Ahmedabad.

Nearest airstrips

*Sirohi
*Abu Road