Bhuli: A Shramik Nagar

This village has a very proud history. Agriculture has been one of the primary professions of the people of this village for generations. It was constructed in the early 1950s by the Coal Mines Welfare Organization (CMWO) because of the requirement of providing housing facilities to the miners and workers in the mining fields under the organization. It was founded by "Babu Jagjivan Ram" and named after his wife "Bhuliya Devi". The three blocks that constituted the small village of Bhuli was passed on to the Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) in the year 1986 and is under it even till now. Two more blocks further expanded the village in the year 1978, which were also directly under the control of BCCL. The early history pages are still vague about parts of Bhuli. The history of the district of Dhanbad district also follows suit. Even about the later periods, such details are not found, because Bhuli is still not very recognized and nothing but a small and insignificant part of Dhanbad district. The village or so-called small town is yet to be developed, a lot maybe and put into the larger maps.

Hidden among the shadows of the foggy coal mines there is a lot more to this place. There is a wide variety of cultural history amidst the industrial quarters and agricultural fields. Bhuli and its neighborhood display a rich cultural diversity enriched with folk music, arts, and paintings. Jhumar, Phagua, Udasi are some of the famous folk music that form an integral part of the culture in this region. It is also renowned for its unique form of painting called Paitkar painting which depicts life after death. All the main Hindu and Muslim festivals like Diwali, Makar Sankranti, Eid, Muharram, and Holi are celebrated with great pomp.

Interestingly, the sixth day after the nationwide festival of Holi is celebrated, it is played again with more enthusiasm in these areas. This is probably because historically, those who migrated outside the state to find jobs in other developed fields of interest would not be able to reach back home by the exact festival date.

But among all these, the most important and spectacular thing about this place is that despite having a communal diversity, the city hasn't faced any communal issues since independence. The main feature to note is that The tradition of celebrating Durga Puja was started by a Muslim man "Abdul Majid Khan" and similarly the tradition to celebrate Muharram was started by a Hindu man "Sudhir Mukherjee".

Gharhwa Art is a unique expression of their creative knowledge. Arts using the feathers of peacock and shell have a different fan-base. The people make vibrant and delicate crafts of this locality. The printed mask is truly a legendary one, and masks are made from leaves but very stylish. They also use a variety of materials like wood, pumpkin gourd, and cloths. The Malhar and Tentri of the community are known for their metal craft. They used to make brass scrap the object and have a core of clay concealed in the metal. Another interesting fact is that no sculpture is the exact copy of other everything is unique and has its specialty. Many products made from Kansa and bell materials and having a shiny finish from outside gives the products an outstanding look.

The state of Jharkhand as we know has a diverse food choice, and this doesn't change when it comes to the small town of Bhuli. "Chokha" is the local favorite and people not from just Bhuli but the entire district of Dhanbad loves this local delicacy. It is made from mashed potatoes. "Litti" is similar to what people in other parts of India call bati/gakkar which is a flattened wheat flour dough ball baked at a high temperature. The difference in Bhuli is that you fill a spiced up, baked mixture of chana (gram flour) inside the dough ball before cooking it. The town also has a slight touch of Mughlai style, and non-vegetarian are mostly prepared in Mughlai style which includes delicious spicy chicken, mutton, and fish as well. But, this type of non-vegetarian food is famous among only some considerable amount of people in this village. Some farmers living in this region use flowers as vegetables. Flowers of drumstick and jhirool are used in cooking as vegetables. Usually, mustard oil is used for cooking, and five different types of spices including mustard, fenugreek, cumin, fennel, and kalonji are used for seasoning of the dishes that add taste and aroma to the food as well as make it mouthwatering and finger-licking. Also, rice is the major crop of this region, and thus, most of the traditional cuisines are prepared using rice as the main ingredient.

Bhatinda Falls: It is just a half-an-hour drive away from the village of Bhuli. The waterfalls make a perfect picnic spot for many. It is nestled amongst the greenery and the rugged hillocks of the Chota Nagpur Plateau. It provides a captivating sight to nature lovers and the appreciators of hilly areas. Rocky boulders line the falls. The cascading waterfalls instill a sense of serenity and a melancholic charm among the heart of tourists.

Birsa Munda Park: It is the only park in the whole district of Dhanbad, and it is counted among one of the most attractive tourist spots nearby as it attracts people from all age groups. It has leisure areas, toy-train, walk-ways, play areas, various rides for children, plants of different species, and a canteen that spread over an area of 21 acres.

Topchanchi Lake: In 2 hours driving distance amidst the hearts of the baseline of the plateaus is an artificial lake covering an expanse of over 214 acres. The Lake is a famous spot for tourists to indulge in exploration, nature walks, picnics. It consists of forests as well as the famous Prasanath Hills surrounding it. It is also out-and-out a wildlife sanctuary. Due to this can often find harmless and small animals wandering around the Lake. This part of the town is a delight for the nature lovers. They explore the area in search of rare flora and fauna.

The hotels and guest houses nearby the village are surrounded by hills, dense forests, and lakes. The authentic cuisine is also one of its many highlights which is a very concerning factor of stay when it comes to people. The best time to experience the localities nearby is between October and March when the temperature is pleasing and perfect for sightseeing. It is ideal for every tourist looking for a fun weekend with some diverse visiting locations along with witnessing the long and complex process of coal extraction. The backpackers can have a budget plan of 1.5-2 thousand. For Mid-range travelers, it would be around 3.5-4 thousand, and for luxury tourists, the budget can go up to 4.5-5 thousand.