Bhovi

The Bhovi means well. A well is mainly used to store water for agriculture and drinking purpose. Bhovi use the inland water system there's difference between bhovi and bhavi(ಭಾವಿ) Which is a kannada word some unknown fellow has edited the real version which was available prior to these article.

Construction

The word 'bhovi' is thought to derived from Sanskrit word bhaavi. Some of the southern Indian languages have similar word. Bhovi are dug around 500-600 feet in a cylindrical shape. There can be additional borewell from the bottom till it hits the inland water system. Some bhovi have a staircase till the bottom in cyclical manner. These staircases are made up of stones locked on to the edge of the circle.

Usage

The Bhovi usage for bhaavi is very rare. Bhovi is used only in small remote villages. The more common reference is bhaavi. Bhovi is almost extinct. With advancement of technology and modern equipment’s, borewell irrigation system is more prominently used. Community has been involved in the construction of stone art and architecture, water fountains and roads.

In 2019, when large parts of Karnataka faced droughts, the community were the predominant group employed in digging wells.[1]

Dimensions

Bhovi is around 24 feet in diameter. Approximately 75-80 feet circumference. It goes as deep as 600 feet, beyond which it is difficult and expensive.

References
  1. "Bhovis rebound on back of recharge wells". Deccan Herald. 2019-06-03. Retrieved 2020-03-04.
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