A narrow dirt path stretches forward, bordered by lush, green bamboo trees on both sides. The scene is peaceful, natural, and invitingly tranquil under a cloudy sky.
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This room features two single beds with patterned bedspreads, pillows, and folded blankets. Three windows with blue shutters offer natural light. A colorful rug decorates the floor.
This image shows a small bathroom with a white toilet, patterned wall tiles, a water spray, a bucket, a tap, and a small grated window.
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Help us build a spiritual eco-community at our organic farm in Patlawada, central India

  • Last activity : 22 Feb 2026

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    This is a six-acre organic farm in central India, 50 kilometers from Indore. Since 2016, we have been practicing permaculture principles, organic farming, and horticulture, and are now transitioning into a sustainable community or ecovillage model.

    As per hindu mythology, Haldev is elder brother of lord Krishna and revered as the Hindu God of Agriculture. “Hal” means plough, “Dev” means god. Inspired by his spirit, we see the farm as a temple—where farming, nature, and spirituality unite.

    Through our Volunteer Program, we invite eco-champions from around the world to co-create with us. This is a space to slow down, live with purpose, and experience community life guided by trust, harmony, and love.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
  • Interests

    Interests

    Videography
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Van life
    Technology
    Sustainability
    Farming
    Hiking
    Mountain
    Nature
    Yoga / Wellness
    Adventure sports
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    At farm, we would like to hold culture exchange sessions over the weekends which is an open platform for everyone.

    To explore around the farm, you can immerse yourself in the local culture:

    🌳 Nature & Exploration – Madhya Pradesh, India’s greenest state with the highest forest cover.

    🐅 Wildlife Wonders – The state has India’s largest tiger population. Nearest wildlife sanctuary is Kheoni which is totally unexplored.

    🍛 Foodie Heaven – Indore, the nearby city, is famous as India’s cleanest city and is a vegetarian paradise. Possibly our surrounding malwa region has the highest density of strictly vegetarian population on the globe.

    🪔 Cultural Heritage – Explore Ujjain (ancient city of Avanti), Kawadiya Hills (geometrical stone formations), Bhimbetka (prehistoric caves), and Khajuraho (UNESCO temples). Madhya pradesh state has the highest tribal population in India.

  • Help

    Help

    Life follows the natural cycle of the sun. Days begin early and end with dinner at dusk. A typical day includes:

    🌅 8 am- 9am – Yoga or meditation. Sessions not happening currently as we are looking for a volunteer yoga instructor

    🌾 Field/ farm Activities – Six hours of either field work like gardening, seeding, sowing, weeding, watering, spraying natural stimulants, harvesting etc or otherwise artwork

    🐄 Kitchen Activities – Kitchen help, cooking preparation and cooking healthy meals is an important everyday activity for us

    📹 Creative Work – Social media, video content creation, and running our website or eco-store

    📚 Evening 6:30- 8 pm– Dedicated to spirituality, we listen to
    Audio /video discourses or play bhajan. Someone needs to lead this since I am traveling now.

    🌙 9 pm reflection circle – Bonfire / cultural or reflective session to end the day together with love.

    We would like participation in these activities and responsibilities based on requirement.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Hindi: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    Language is not a barrier here. We respect other backgrounds and would love to learn and share.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Our newly built dormitory rooms where shared room with two single beds in each room are available. So total four volunteers can stay now. There is space and tents available for those who would like some adventure. Dormitories have attached clean bathrooms.

    Common dining area is where we eat breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea as per a fixed schedule. Vegetarian food is prepared and eggs can be prepared as per request.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Benefits for volunteers include-
    🌱 Live and learn along with creation of a permaculture food forest.
    🧘 Experience a healthy daily rhythm with sun while working in the field.
    🍲 Enjoy and learn from cross culture vegetarian meals prepared in the community kitchen.
    🌏 Gain practical skills in farming, natural building and eco-community living.
    👫 Be part of a conscious, supportive, and loving community.
    💡 Explore one of India’s most culturally rich and natural regions.


    We prioritize the health, well-being, and dignity of all. Please note:
    💚 Respectful, loving communication and action are expected.
    🚫 No drugs, alcohol, or smoking inside the farm.
    🎶 Loud parties and music are not allowed. Only spiritual music permitted.
    🙏 We strictly condemn prostitution and have a zero-tolerance policy toward sexual abuse. Offenders will be reported to the local authorities.
    🌿 Treat nature and fellow community members with respect—the farm is our temple.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    If you need a strong wifi mandatorily, please confirm about the internet situation once before finalizing stay. We will confirm with the available connection strength.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have an open ground where you can pitch tent/ vehicle.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    There are a few dogs at the campus. So please ensure if it will be safe for your pet to be at the farm. Discuss before finalizing stay.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Bhura (2 years)

    Indian breed dog was born at the farm and is very friendly.

Host ref number: 927193429315

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A smiling man wearing a red life jacket takes a selfie on a boat. The water splashes behind him, with mountains and a cloudy sunset sky in view.
This room features two single beds with patterned bedspreads, pillows, and folded blankets. Three windows with blue shutters offer natural light. A colorful rug decorates the floor.
This image shows a small bathroom with a white toilet, patterned wall tiles, a water spray, a bucket, a tap, and a small grated window.
A narrow dirt path stretches forward, bordered by lush, green bamboo trees on both sides. The scene is peaceful, natural, and invitingly tranquil under a cloudy sky.
This image shows a simple building with yellow walls, red lower section, blue doors and windows, two trees in front, and stone-paved steps leading up.

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