Pochampallisaree history:
The pochampally saree is known as pogudubandu, Chitki
and buddabhashi in Telangana the pochampalli sarees produced, In Telangana is
the one of the best ancient Ikat weaving centers in India, Along with Odisha.
The weaving center during ancient period was in chirala and jentrpeta towns
situated between the Vijayawada and Chennai but it was discontinued for various
reasons. It is popularly known as pochampally, and named that saree after one
of the village where it is produced.the pochampally have its own unique designs,
they are different from other ikat producing area. Now a days most of the
weaving taken place in pochampally area.in pochampally village where there
around five thousand looms producing this textile work.it is the “iconic sareeweaving clusters of India”. the kerchiefs made of silk threas have earned
international fame as “telirumals”.
Industry
Nearby 80 villages follow the
pochampally cluster and also traditional looms the pattern and the designs are
centuries-old. Now this silk city, which is more of a cottage industry, is home
to more than 10000 weaving families in near 100 villages. The fabric is
marketed through the cooperation society, more other linked organizations, the
master weavers and the business in pochampally sarees. pochampally saree does
more than Rs.10,00,000,00 annual business in terms of yarn sales, they purchase
of handloom product and sales. The government in 2010 divided the into two
clusters they are pochampally 1 and pochampally 2, and is they proving the
common weaving centers. Because of they having the unique design, efforts are
on to revive the dying art.
Description:
Pochampalli ikat saree is a type of silk saree that finds its origin in a small town of Telangana pochampally. Dubbed as the “silk city India”, the town is known for giving the world a fabric that can rival any other ikat production in the country. The silk saree boasts of blending comfort with the usual grandeur meant for silk sarees, to perfection. Its means that if you aren’t a typical saree wearer this is the perfect way to break in.one of the most telling signs of the saree is the mesmerizing geometric pattern that spreads all over the garment giving it a perfect trance-y feel. So if you are sporting a Pochampally saree, get ready for all the compliments too.
