Bamnera
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Bamnera is an ancient village situated in Sumerpur tehsil
of Pali District
in Rajasthan
on the Beawar
- Radhanpur
National Highway No. 14 and the nearest railway station is Jawai Bandh.
Bamnera is located on the bank of the Sukri
River (Brahmi River), near to Dhavalgiri hill, locally known as 'Bhakri' is now at least known and heard of. Bamnera is 23 km away from the Western Railway station Jawai Bandh, which was earlier known as Erinpura
Road. Before entering into the Bamnera village from Sheoganj
route, one has to cross a river called Fufaat. In monsoon season, this river is full of water and because of its high overflow of water, it is called Fufaat (Forcefully). Presently, there is a small bridge, called Pakki Rapat on this river.
word 'Boman' and 'Dera' i.e. 'Bramhanera'. The word 'Boman' is derived from the Sanskrit/Hindi word Brahman
and in English it is spell as Brahmin
. Brahmin
is one of the upper caste in Hindu
religion. As on today, most of the population in this village belong to this caste and come under Audichya Gorwal Samaj which is also known as Audichya Brahmin
. 'Dera' in Hindi means base or camp. Hence most of the Brahmin came in this area and settle down permanently so it become 'Bramhanera' i.e. Bamnera.
. 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.
An ancient Suryamandir renovated in samvat
1258 vikram era (according to Marwari calendar (मारवाड़ी मिती), is the proof of its ancient history. The village is dominated by Gorwal Audichya Brahman
community along with other caste such as Meenas
, Suthars, Kumbhars, Rajputs, Harijans and Saads.
In Bamnera, there are total 339 family of Gorwal Audichya Brahman and almost 40 family of suthars of chouhan goutra with total population of around 1500.
Monuments, Temples and Public Places in Bamnera and their Functions:
Shamalaji / Charbhuja Temple (Dehra) : It is situated in the middle of Bamnera village and in the heart of every Bamneraites. Everyday, pooja and Aarati is held in this temple. it is an unofficial meeting place of any meeting in the Bamnera.
Shri kedareshwar Mahadev Temple: This is a huge Holy temple, though, not under the territory of Bamnera, but still, it is one of the important holy place for any local functions. One should always take a 'Darshan
', before entering and leaving the village. The mahant of this temple is Shri Khetaramji Maharaj and Kasna Maharaj.
Shri Pimpleshwar Temple: It is situated on the bank of 'Brahmi" ('Sukadi' river) originated from Gautameshwar. It is recently undergone a renovation.
Shri Wagheshwar Temple: It is located on the bank of 'Jawai' river.
Shri Aapeshwar and Koteshwar Temple: These temples are buried in the ground. They are under the restricted area of archeological Survey of India.
Mithibai Rupalal Navalramji Charitable Trust: This trust had built a hospital cum Primary Health/Medical center, which was inaugurated by Ex- Chief Minister, Shri Haridev Joshi.
Bhuralal Dungaji Secondary School: This school by Durgashanker Daulatramji Kevalramji along with other people .the school has pre-primary std 1 to std 10 class and have a huge ground for sports.
Nohra (Nuru): Nohra is a place within any village, equipped with all the facilities required for catering, cooking and eating arrangements. Bamnera has a huge 'Nohra' but still require a renovation and better seating arrangement. We have one more 'Nohra'. Even though comparatively small in size, but still useful in small ceremony like Yagnopavit and marriages.
Gaushala: Gaushala is managed by shri. Bamnera Gaurakshak Charitable Trust. Normally, this Trust is headed by active Sarpanch.
Shri Bamnera Jankalyan Mandal: Shri Bamnera Vidhtya Prakashan Mandal and Shri Bamnera Jankalyan Mandal is effectively and efficiently working in the village as well as in Mumbai.
The spice content is on the higher side, even by Indian standards. 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 and Kharmoo ra Ladoo, Sutarfini. "Athithi Devo Bhava",Inhabitants believe in that and 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.
Sweet dishes are never referred to as 'dessert', 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 and others from this village cherish:
or later on Udaipur
.
By Train: The nearest railway station is Jawai Bandh which is approximately 25 km. away from Bamnera.
By Road: Rajasthan
bus transport services is available from Ahmedabad
to reach Bamnera or nearest getting down point is Sheoganj
.
Nearby Cities and Towns
East : Sheoganj
(12 km), Sumerpur
(15 km).
North : Takhatgarh
(30 km).
West : Jalore
District.
South : Sirohi
(50 km).
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Sumerpur Tehsil
Sumerpur Tehsil is one of the 9 tehsils in the Pali district of Indian state Rajasthan.Sumerpur links Pali district from Sirohi district and is an agriculture Mandi. Cotton and Chillis are exported from Sumerpur.-Geography:...
of Pali District
Pali district
Pali District is a district of the state of Rajasthan in western India. The town of Pali is the district headquarters.-History:...
in Rajasthan
Rajasthan
Rājasthān the land of Rajasthanis, , is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It is located in the northwest of India. It encompasses most of the area of the large, inhospitable Great Indian Desert , which has an edge paralleling the Sutlej-Indus river valley along its border with...
on the Beawar
Beawar
Beawar is a city in Rajasthan, India. Beawar was the capital of Merwara state of Rajputana. As of 2011, the population of Beawar is 3,25,000. It is located southwest of the state capital Jaipur, amidst Aravali hills. It is an major centre of trade,especially in raw cotton, and has cotton...
- Radhanpur
Radhanpur
Radhanpur is a city and a municipality in Patan district in the Indian state of Gujarat.-Origin of name:According to the tradition, the city is named after Radhan Khan, a descendant of Fateh Khan Baloch...
National Highway No. 14 and the nearest railway station is Jawai Bandh.
Bamnera is located on the bank of the Sukri
Sukri
Sukri river flows from the western slopes of Aravalli Range in Pali District and flows through Jalore district and Barmer district of Rajasthan before merging with the Luni river. Bankli Dam is located on this river in Jalore District...
River (Brahmi River), near to Dhavalgiri hill, locally known as 'Bhakri' is now at least known and heard of. Bamnera is 23 km away from the Western Railway station Jawai Bandh, which was earlier known as Erinpura
Erinpura
Erinpura or Arenpura is a village in the Rajasthan state of India.Various official sources give rather differing accounts of its location and administrative affiliations:* According to the Sirohi district website...
Road. Before entering into the Bamnera village from Sheoganj
Sheoganj
Sheoganj is a town in Sirohi District of Rajasthan state in India located on the bank of Jawai River. Sheoganj is the tehsil headquarters of Sheoganj Tehsil by the same name....
route, one has to cross a river called Fufaat. In monsoon season, this river is full of water and because of its high overflow of water, it is called Fufaat (Forcefully). Presently, there is a small bridge, called Pakki Rapat on this river.
Etymology
The name Bamnera is derived from the MarwarisMarwaris
Marwari or Marwadi or Rajasthani people are Indian ethnic group, that inhabit the Rajasthan region of India. Their language Rajasthani is a part of the western group of Indo-Aryan languages....
word 'Boman' and 'Dera' i.e. 'Bramhanera'. The word 'Boman' is derived from the Sanskrit/Hindi word Brahman
Brahman
In Hinduism, Brahman is the one supreme, universal Spirit that is the origin and support of the phenomenal universe. Brahman is sometimes referred to as the Absolute or Godhead which is the Divine Ground of all being...
and in English it is spell as Brahmin
Brahmin
Brahmin Brahman, Brahma and Brahmin.Brahman, Brahmin and Brahma have different meanings. Brahman refers to the Supreme Self...
. Brahmin
Brahmin
Brahmin Brahman, Brahma and Brahmin.Brahman, Brahmin and Brahma have different meanings. Brahman refers to the Supreme Self...
is one of the upper caste in Hindu
Hindu
Hindu refers to an identity associated with the philosophical, religious and cultural systems that are indigenous to the Indian subcontinent. As used in the Constitution of India, the word "Hindu" is also attributed to all persons professing any Indian religion...
religion. As on today, most of the population in this village belong to this caste and come under Audichya Gorwal Samaj which is also known as Audichya Brahmin
Audichya Brahmin
The Audichaya Brahmin are a Brahmin caste found in the state of Gujarat in India.- Origin :The word audich in Sanskrit means northerner, and the Audichaya are said to have come from North India to Gujarat on the invitation of Mulraj Solanki, the ruler of Anhilpur Pattan between 955 to 966 AD. These...
. 'Dera' in Hindi means base or camp. Hence most of the Brahmin came in this area and settle down permanently so it become 'Bramhanera' i.e. Bamnera.
Climate and rainfall
Climate is somewhat different from that of other villages in western RajasthanRajasthan
Rājasthān the land of Rajasthanis, , is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It is located in the northwest of India. It encompasses most of the area of the large, inhospitable Great Indian Desert , which has an edge paralleling the Sutlej-Indus river valley along its border with...
. 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.
Geographical location
At wikimapiaHistory
Coming to the History of Bamnera, it is actually an ancient ' Bramhanera' or Kollapur Paatan, where there was an ancient civilization developed. It is one of the important spot for the Archaeological Department of India, to study the ancient civilization in Rajasthan.Samvat
Samvat is any of the various Hindu calendars. In India, there are several calendars in use:* Vikrama Samvat: lunar months, solar sidereal years* Shaka Samvat : lunar months, solar sidereal years* Shaka Samvat : solar tropical...
1258 vikram era (according to Marwari calendar (मारवाड़ी मिती), is the proof of its ancient history. The village is dominated by Gorwal Audichya Brahman
Brahman
In Hinduism, Brahman is the one supreme, universal Spirit that is the origin and support of the phenomenal universe. Brahman is sometimes referred to as the Absolute or Godhead which is the Divine Ground of all being...
community along with other caste such as Meenas
Meenas
Meenas, Meena, Meenoat or Mina is a caste and community mainly found in Rajasthan, India. The name Mina is derived from Meen,meaning 'fish' in Sanskrit, and the Minas claim descent from the Matsya Avatar, or fish incarnation, of Vishnu.Meenas celebrate Meenesh Jayanti in the name of Vishnu on 3...
, Suthars, Kumbhars, Rajputs, Harijans and Saads.
Demography
Population of Bamnera is 680 according to census 2001. where male population is 328 while female population is 352.In Bamnera, there are total 339 family of Gorwal Audichya Brahman and almost 40 family of suthars of chouhan goutra with total population of around 1500.
Temples
In eastern side of Bamnera, there is a small hill, known as 'Tarwadio Ki Magri', but popularly known as 'Khimel Bhakri'. There are few auspicious temples in Bamnera are as mentioned below:- Kedareshwar Mahadev Temple
- Wagheswer Mahadev Temple
- Khimel Mata Temple
- Bhevmata Temple
- Pimpleshwar Temple
- Umiya Mata Temple
- Ramdevpir Temple
- Suryadev Temple
- Shri Korthaji tirth Jain Temple
- Varvesimata Temple
- Chamunda Mata Temple
Monuments, Temples and Public Places in Bamnera and their Functions:
Shamalaji / Charbhuja Temple (Dehra) : It is situated in the middle of Bamnera village and in the heart of every Bamneraites. Everyday, pooja and Aarati is held in this temple. it is an unofficial meeting place of any meeting in the Bamnera.
Shri kedareshwar Mahadev Temple: This is a huge Holy temple, though, not under the territory of Bamnera, but still, it is one of the important holy place for any local functions. One should always take a 'Darshan
Darshan
or Darshan is a Sanskrit term meaning "sight" , vision, apparition, or glimpse. It is most commonly used for "visions of the divine" in Hindu worship, e.g. of a deity , or a very holy person or artifact...
', before entering and leaving the village. The mahant of this temple is Shri Khetaramji Maharaj and Kasna Maharaj.
Shri Pimpleshwar Temple: It is situated on the bank of 'Brahmi" ('Sukadi' river) originated from Gautameshwar. It is recently undergone a renovation.
Shri Wagheshwar Temple: It is located on the bank of 'Jawai' river.
Shri Aapeshwar and Koteshwar Temple: These temples are buried in the ground. They are under the restricted area of archeological Survey of India.
Amenities
Pechka (Peska) : This is one of the Oldest resource for drinking water for many years. It is situated in the middle of 'Brahmi' river ('Sukadi'). Now, we have water supply facilities provided by Rajasthan Water Supply Department. Presently, its water is used for cattle and other purpose.Mithibai Rupalal Navalramji Charitable Trust: This trust had built a hospital cum Primary Health/Medical center, which was inaugurated by Ex- Chief Minister, Shri Haridev Joshi.
Bhuralal Dungaji Secondary School: This school by Durgashanker Daulatramji Kevalramji along with other people .the school has pre-primary std 1 to std 10 class and have a huge ground for sports.
Nohra (Nuru): Nohra is a place within any village, equipped with all the facilities required for catering, cooking and eating arrangements. Bamnera has a huge 'Nohra' but still require a renovation and better seating arrangement. We have one more 'Nohra'. Even though comparatively small in size, but still useful in small ceremony like Yagnopavit and marriages.
Gaushala: Gaushala is managed by shri. Bamnera Gaurakshak Charitable Trust. Normally, this Trust is headed by active Sarpanch.
Shri Bamnera Jankalyan Mandal: Shri Bamnera Vidhtya Prakashan Mandal and Shri Bamnera Jankalyan Mandal is effectively and efficiently working in the village as well as in Mumbai.
Cuisine
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 and 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. 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 and Kharmoo ra Ladoo, Sutarfini. "Athithi Devo Bhava",Inhabitants believe in that and 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.
Sweet dishes are never referred to as 'dessert', 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 and 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
- Ghevar
- Vadi
- Raab
- Aloo matar ki sabji
- Mango Juice ( popularly called as kairee ro russ : Russ - bati in summer season is equally Cherished.)
- Ghasela
- Rabodi
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) and Hindi music emanating from stereos and other devices during evenings and afternoons from different houses.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 the premises of pimpleshwar mahadev mandir.Festivals
Villagers celebrate all major Hindu festivals. Some of the major festivals are Holi, Deepawali, Makar Shakranti, Raksha Bandhan, Teez, etc. Villagers 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)Villagers prefer to use coloured powders which has a medicinal significance and are traditionally made like out of Neem, Kumkum, Haldi, Bilva, and other medicinal herbs.Economics
The main occupations of the people in the Bamnera are agriculture, pashupalan and yajamaanvrutti. Like other village, many local people had migrated from Bamnera to different regions of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat in search of better opportunity. Still, local people are engaged in Agriculture, Teaching and Yajamaanvrutti. Some people have also excelled in the field of Engineering,Medical, Banking, Computers and IT Technologies. There are several people located in foreign countries as well.How to reach Bamnera
By Air: Nearest Airport is JodhpurJodhpur
Jodhpur , is the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is located west from the state capital, Jaipur and from the city of Ajmer. It was formerly the seat of a princely state of the same name, the capital of the kingdom known as Marwar...
or later on Udaipur
Udaipur
Udaipur , also known as the City of Lakes, is a city, a Municipal Council and the administrative headquarters of the Udaipur district in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It is located southwest of the state capital, Jaipur, west of Kota, and northeast from Ahmedabad...
.
By Train: The nearest railway station is Jawai Bandh which is approximately 25 km. away from Bamnera.
By Road: Rajasthan
Rajasthan
Rājasthān the land of Rajasthanis, , is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It is located in the northwest of India. It encompasses most of the area of the large, inhospitable Great Indian Desert , which has an edge paralleling the Sutlej-Indus river valley along its border with...
bus transport services is available from Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad also known as Karnavati is the largest city in Gujarat, India. It is the former capital of Gujarat and is also the judicial capital of Gujarat as the Gujarat High Court has its seat in Ahmedabad...
to reach Bamnera or nearest getting down point is Sheoganj
Sheoganj
Sheoganj is a town in Sirohi District of Rajasthan state in India located on the bank of Jawai River. Sheoganj is the tehsil headquarters of Sheoganj Tehsil by the same name....
.
Nearby Cities and Towns
East : Sheoganj
Sheoganj
Sheoganj is a town in Sirohi District of Rajasthan state in India located on the bank of Jawai River. Sheoganj is the tehsil headquarters of Sheoganj Tehsil by the same name....
(12 km), Sumerpur
Sumerpur
Sumerpur is a town in south part of Pali District of Rajasthan state in India.The town is headquarters of the Sumerpur tehsil. Sumerpur lies in the north of the Jawai River and is an important agriculture mandi of Pali, Sirohi and Jalore districts...
(15 km).
North : Takhatgarh
Takhatgarh
Takhatgarh is a town in Sumerpur tehsil of Pali District of Rajasthan state in India. The town is one of the 9 municipalities in the district, located near the district boarder. It is about 150 years old only.-History:...
(30 km).
West : Jalore
Jalore
Jalor, also known as Jalore , is a city in Rajasthan state of western India. It is the administrative headquarters of Jalor District.- Geography :...
District.
South : Sirohi
Sirohi
Sirohi is a city in southern Rajasthan state in western India. It is the administrative headquarters of Sirohi District, and was formerly the capital of the princely state of the same name. Nearest railway station to Sirohi is Sirohi Road station.-Geography:...
(50 km).
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External links
- Bamnera on tripod
- Bamnera
- Audichya Gorwal Samaj
- http://www.gorwal.in