Godda's Dumaria Haat: Cot Market Thrives, Hill Bamboo Beds in High Demand

• Godda's weekly Dumaria Haat hosts a special cot market every Sunday, attracting sellers and buyers from across the district and bordering Bihar.
• Cots made from various woods like acacia, palm, bamboo, Sheesham, Mahua, Khair, and Arkasia are sold, with prices ranging from 500 to 2500 rupees.
• W. Ravidas from Barahat, Bihar, sells bamboo cots for 500 rupees and acacia/palm cots for 700 rupees; Sheesham leg cots are the most expensive at 2500 rupees.
• Customers like Daniel buy cots due to financial constraints, while Monu Dubey's elderly father prefers cots over beds for comfort.
• Ayurvedic physician Dr. Naveen Kumar Bharti notes cots can relieve joint/back pain but warns incorrect use may cause neck pain or affect circulation.

Why It Matters: Godda's Dumaria Haat sees a booming cot market, offering affordable options and traditional comfort with health considerations.