BAMNERA

Bamnera is a small town situated 14 km away from the city of Sheoganj, India, which is on the Jodhpur- Ahmedabad national highway no. 14. It is in the Pali District in Rajasthan, India and the nearest railway station is Jawai Dam.

Bamnera is located on the bank of the Sukhadi River (Brahmi River), near to Dhavalgiri hill, locally known as 'Bhakri'. Bamnera is 23km away from the Western Railway station Jawai Bandh, which was earlier known as Aeranpura. Before entering into the Bamnera village from Shivganj 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.

The nearest airport is Jodhpur or Ahmedabad.

The nearest railway station is Jawai Bandh which is approximately 25 km. away from Bamnera.

Rajasthan bus transport services is available from Ahmedabad to reach Bamnera or nearest getting down point is Sheoganj.

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.

An ancient Suryamandir renovated in samvat 1258 vikram era(according to Gujarati calendar), 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 with total population of around 1550.

In eastern side of Bamnera, there is a small hill, known as "Tarwadio Ki Magri", but popularly known as "Khimel Bhakri".
The three temples situated on this hill are Khimel Mata Mandir, Bhevmata Mandir, and Pimpleshwar Mandir.

These temples were renovated in 1999 with the total cost of approximately 10 Lakhs.

Shamalaji / Charbhuja Mandir (Dehri) 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 Mandir 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.

Pimpleshwar Temple is situated on the bank of "Brahmi" ("Sukadi" river) originated from Gautameshwar. It has recently undergone a renovation.

Vagheshwar located on the bank of "Jawai" river.

Shri Aapeshwar and Koteshwar temples are buried in the ground. They are under the restricted area of archeological Survey of India.

Pechka (Peska) has been one of the oldest resources for drinking water for many years. It is situated in the middle of "Brahmi" river ("Sukadi"). Currently, water supply facilities are provided by Rajasthan Water Supply Department, and it's water is used for cattle and other purpose.

Mithibai Rupalal Navalramji Charitable Trust has built a Primary Health/Medical Center, which was inaugurated by Ex-Chief Minister, Shri Haridev Joshi.

Bhuralal Dungaji Secondary School has pre-primary std 1 to std 10 class and has 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.

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 Medical, Banking, Computers and IT Technologies.