The cost of a soul? Folks: You might think that I've a morbid fascination with death -- No, Nope I'm just asking you and myself some soul-searching questions.

The traditional funeral pyre requires around 500-600 kg of firewood, three litres of kerosene and some prefer desi ghee, and 300-400 cowdung cakes per dead body. The total costs turn around Rs. 2,000 – 3,000 in total. Mortal remains can be taken only after 24 hours.