Madapogu Samel

Living and working out of Bingidoddi village is a different kind of pace. My house number is 4-112/1, and that’s where most of the work happens for Madapogu Samel. Ieeja is the main area nearby, and we are tucked away in the Jogulamba Gadwal district. It’s a lot of manual labor and figuring things out as they come. The roads around here aren't always the best, especially when it rains, but we manage to get around. Most people in the village know where I live, so they just walk up to the door if they need something. I don't have a big staff, just myself and a couple of guys from the area who help out when there is a big job. We deal with whatever local needs pop up, mostly things related to the land or small builds. It gets very hot in the afternoons, so we usually take a long break and then work late into the evening when it’s cooler. There isn't much for fancy office chairs here, just a wooden stool and a lot of sun. It's a quiet life compared to the big cities like Hyderabad. We focus on getting the task finished so the next person can get on with their day. I’ve lived in this district my whole life, so I know how things work around here. It's just simple living and trying to make a way for the family.