Jayaraj Bricks Shop

If you find yourself at Vadakkumpuram Junction, you’ll see Jayaraj Bricks Shop right there at number 29 on Paliyam Road. It’s a busy spot in Bharanimukku, and there’s always something going on outside our door. We’ve been operating from this location for a good while, and most of the locals know where to find us. The shop itself is pretty straightforward. We keep the inventory out where people can see it. It gets a bit dusty on Paliyam Road, but that’s just the nature of this business. We don't have any fancy marketing slogans or a team of people in suits. It’s usually just me or one of the boys handling the orders. When a customer comes in, we just talk about what they need and how soon they need it. The junction is a good place to be because people can pull in easily, though parking a big truck can sometimes be a bit of a puzzle. We deal with all sorts of people, from big contractors to a guy just needing twenty bricks to fix a garden wall. Every day is a bit different, but the work remains the same. We count the stacks, we sweep the floor, and we wait for the next delivery. It’s a practical way to make a living, and we like being part of the Bharanimukku community. It’s not glamorous, but the bricks are solid and we’re here every single day.