PokharBowl
मिथिला का पोखर — आपके थाली में
“India's Premier FMCG Production Company for
Authentic Mithila Makhana & Bamboo Products.”
From Darbhanga's sacred Pokhar to the world. Since 2016, we are a farm-to-brand makhana house — our 50-bigha land, our ponds, our processing unit. Zero middlemen. Direct to you.
Woodfire Bhatti & Popping Floor (IMG_5715)
Burning mitti chulha, glowing iron kadhais, and wooden mallet popping floor in Darbhanga.
4.8
1200+ Reviews
₹15
Trial Pack
Est. 2016
10+ Yrs Market
पोखर — the sacred lotus pond where makhana thrives
Darbhanga, Bihar, India · Since 2016
Organic Mithila Heritage & Exclusive Offers
100% Organic, zero machine processing. Explore our festive hampers, handcrafted bamboo tableware, B2B wholesale farm-direct supply, and new sweet kheer launch.
मिथिला की पवित्र सौगात — रॉयल गिफ्ट हैंपर
Mithila Royal Festive Makhana Hamper
Handcrafted golden bamboo box with red silk lining, packed with pristine giant popped makhana in eco-pouches, burning terracotta diyas, fresh pink lotus blossoms, and hand-carved bamboo tableware. 100% organic, zero machine processing, direct from Darbhanga artisans.
Seed Sukhai Se Lekar Warehouse Stocks Tak
100% Real Live Footage & Warehouse Inventory Photos from our Darbhanga processing facility. Lady sun-drying seeds, woodfire bhatti popping, and ceiling-high godown stocks.
Dhoop Me Beej Sukhai (Sun-Drying Seeds)
Mithila mahila artisan Darbhanga me burlap sheet par kaale makhana beej dhoop me faila kar sukha rahi hain, taaki natural moisture kam ho aur bhatti me perfect pop bane.
100% Sun-Dried Batches
Natural moisture reduction on burlap under Bihar sun
Factory Warehouse Stocks
100+ sacks stored in Darbhanga godown for B2B & retail
Zero Chemical Bleaches
Traditional woodfire bhatti popping with natural crispness
Everything We Offer
From farm-fresh makhana superfood to handcrafted bamboo tableware and an upcoming Mithila café — explore our universe.
Mithila Painted Bamboo Products
Hand-carved from organic Bihar bamboo and hand-painted by Darbhanga women artisans with traditional Mithila folk motifs. Pair with any makhana order.
हाथ से बनी बांस की बाटी और गिलास — Authentic Mithila Tableware
Natural Bihar bamboo carved by hand, painted with organic mineral colors by Mithila women artisans. 100% food-safe, biodegradable, and brings traditional village charm straight to your dining table.
Mithila Hand-Painted Bamboo Spoon
Artisan Carved Spoon
Hand-carved organic Bihar bamboo spoon, hand-painted by Darbhanga women artisans with traditional Mithila motifs.
Mithila Hand-Painted Bamboo Bowl
Traditional Serving Bowl
A beautifully crafted bamboo bowl adorned with Mithila folk patterns. Perfect for serving makhana kheer or snacks.
Mithila Hand-Painted Bamboo Cups & Glasses Set
Set of 2 Drinking Tumblers
Natural Bihar bamboo glasses hand-painted with peacock & lotus motifs. Ideal for serving thandai, tea, or cold makhana beverages.
Mithila Complete Dining Set (Spoon + Bowl + Cup)
Complete Artisan Dining Collection
The complete Mithila dining experience — matching hand-painted bamboo bowl, spoon & cup tumbler, gift-boxed in recycled print paper.
Artisan Promise: Every piece is hand-crafted by women artisans from Darbhanga, Bihar — trained in traditional Mithila painting by the National Institute of Design. Your purchase directly supports their livelihood.
Watch the Harvest Fill the Bamboo Wall
Scroll down to see our hand-harvested Darbhanga makhana woodfire-roasted to perfection, filling the artisan Bihar bamboo wall with 100% organic golden grains.
Empty Woven Bamboo Wall
Pure Euryale ferox seeds collected from Darbhanga wetland ponds, ready for traditional woodfire popping.
Golden Grains Cascade
Popped makhana roasted in small batches and infused with organic jaggery, saffron & spices.
100% Filled with Premium Makhana
Zero Preservatives • Zero Maida • High Fiber Plant Superfood
Taste the PurityJust Like Maggi Changed Savory Snacks,
PokharBowl Reinvented Sweet Desserts
Why wait 45 minutes to boil milk, stir rice, and cook traditional kheer? PokharBowl brings authentic Darbhanga makhana kheer ready in just 3 minutes— 100% Maida-free, 100% Gluten-free, & 100% Natural.
असली मिथिला मखाना खीर — Ready in Just 3 Minutes
Pure saffron, organic jaggery, crunch roasted makhana & green cardamom in traditional terracotta taste. Just add hot milk or water. Special festive offer: Buy 2 Get 1 Free, plus extra 10% off with code POKHAR10!
45 Minutes of Preparation
- Boiling milk for 30+ minutes on gas stove
- High refined sugar & unhealthy carbs
- Messy cleanup, sticky utensils, zero portability
Ready in Just 3 Minutes!
- Just add hot milk / water & stir for 3 minutes
- Organic jaggery, saffron & clean plant protein
- Nitrogen-flushed matte pouch — carry anywhere
What Our Customers Say
Thousands of health-conscious families and corporate buyers trust PokharBowl daily.
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A Decade of Farm-to-Brand Excellence
from Darbhanga's Pokhars
50 bigha. Our ponds. Our processing. No outsourcing. Since 2016, over 500 B2B buyers across India and export markets have made us their primary makhana source.
Our Journey
2016
50-Bigha Darbhanga Harvest
Deep roots in Darbhanga ponds. First commercial harvest of raw Foxnuts supplied directly from family Pokhars.
Words from the Trade
Processors, distributors, and exporters who have built their supply chains on PokharBowl makhana.
“We have been sourcing 3 Suta and 4 Suta from PokharBowl for our namkeen lines since 2019. The consistency is unmatched — same moisture level, same puffing qu…”
Ramesh Kumar Agarwal
Shri Bhagwati Namkeen Pvt. Ltd.
Delhi NCR · Supplier since 2019
“Their 4+ and 5 Suta grades are in a different league. We supply to premium organic stores and the retail presentation of their makhana justifies a premium sh…”
Suresh Narayanappa
GreenBite Foods Distribution
Hyderabad · Partner since 2020
“We needed high-polish makhana for our branded pouch line. Pokhar Bowl's 5 HP and 5+ HP are exactly that — brilliant white, uniform size, zero black spots. Ou…”
Prabhat Desai
NutriLife Modern Trade Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai · Bulk buyer since 2021
“The 6+ HP grade meets our UAE buyer specifications exactly. Size uniformity above 18mm, moisture below 4.5%, and hand-sorted for aesthetics. Aman bhai person…”
Arif Hussain
Al-Mithila Foods Export
Lucknow / UAE · Export partner since 2022
“As a D2C health brand, our customers scrutinise every ingredient. We white-label their 4+ HP for our premium range and the feedback has been phenomenal. FSSA…”
Vandana Pillai
Glow & Grain Health Foods
Bangalore · D2C supplier since 2024
All testimonials represent genuine long-term B2B trade relationships. For references, contact us directly via WhatsApp.
त्योहारों की खास सौगात · Festive Exclusiveमिथिला की पवित्र सौगात — Royal Festive Makhana Hamper
Handcrafted bamboo basket packed with giant white makhana pouches, pure terracotta diyas, fresh lotus blooms & organic bamboo tableware. 100% natural, zero machine processing, direct from Darbhanga artisans.
Every Canister Tells a Story. Every Purchase Empowers a Family.
Our bamboo containers are hand-crafted by local Bihar craftsmen and detailed with ancient Madhubani painting by women artisans in Darbhanga and Madhubani. By establishing direct fair-trade partnerships, we double their household incomes.
“Mithila ke Pokhar se, Direct Aapke Plate Mein” is our promise of sustainable aquaculture, 100% pure makhana, and rural social impact.
Behind the Harvest: Live Footage
No stock footage, no AI renders. Watch the real pond harvesting, woodfire popping, grading, airtight packaging, and jar unboxing from our Bihar unit.
Darbhanga Pond Harvesting
Native Mallah families collecting organic foxnut seeds
Raw Seed Quality Inspection
Grading pure organic seeds right after harvest
Farm-Fresh Sourcing
Ethical direct-from-pond procurement in Mithila
Size Grading & Sorting
Precision mechanical grading to 6+ HP standards
Woodfire Batch Popping
Traditional woodfire heat for light, airy pops
Crunch & Texture Verification
Checking moisture & crunch in every roasted batch
Gourmet Seasoning Infusion
Infusing organic jaggery, saffron & savory spices
Final Roasted Quality Check
Golden, crispy, 100% natural makhana ready for packing
Hermetic Bag Sealing
Sealing in nitrogen-flushed protective pouches
Vacuum Freshness Packs
Zero moisture retention for maximum shelf life
Eco Bamboo Pack Assembly
Packing jars into hand-painted artisan bamboo carriers
Dispatch Batch Inspection
Quality control pass before pan-India courier dispatch
Unboxing & Jar Serving
Crisp airtight seal opening & instant bowl serving
3-Minute Superfood Bowl Ready
Authentic Mithila Kheer & crunchy snack ready to feast
See It in Action
Real customers, real moments. Follow @pokharbowl for daily makhana inspiration.
हमारे कारीगर, हमारी पहचान — Mithila's Soul & Artisans
Darbhanga ki mahilaon ke hath se chuna hua shuddh makhana aur hath se bani traditional tokri. Every packet directly supports rural Bihar families and preserves centuries of authentic Madhubani culture.
Quality You Can Taste, Trust You Can Measure
PokharBowl combines India's ancient wellness heritage with rigorous modern food science standards.
UGC Approved Lab Tested
Every batch is strictly tested in ISO-certified laboratories for nutritional composition, shelf-stability, and heavy metal purity.
FSSAI Certified Quality
Manufactured in a certified hygienic facility complying with strict safety regulations, ensuring standard food hygiene.
100% Eco-Friendly Bamboo
Our packaging is biodegradable and made of natural bamboo. Reusable and hand-painted, eliminating plastic wastage.
100% Maida-Free Superfood
Unlike traditional instant food which uses refined flour (maida), we use popped makhana grains offering clean proteins.
No Added Preservatives
Zero synthetic preservatives, zero food coloring, and zero chemical stabilizers. Clean label, guilt-free instant nutrition.
पोखर से सीधे आपकी मंडी तक — Direct Makhana Bulk Supply
Zero middlemen. Darbhanga ke hamare 50-bigha khet aur pond se direct factory price par commercial dispatch. 4 Suta se 6+ HP hand-harvested grades with lab-tested <5% moisture.
Minimum Order
200 kg (Ex-Farm)
Grading Sizes
4 Suta to 6+ HP
Lab Certified
Moisture < 5%
Pan-India Supply
Direct Transport
Need Help with Your Order or Bulk Inquiries?
We are based in Darbhanga, Bihar. Every booking confirmation is dispatched instantly via email to info@pokharbowl.com and notified directly on your phone.