Question

why is it possible that the sadhu was really a holy man you think the sadhu chose to stay in the village and not in the city​

Answer 1

Sadhu is a Hindu ascetic, who have left behind all material, family, social position, money and sexual attachments and live in caves, forests, mountains and temples. Sadhus occupy a unique and important place in Hindu society, particularly in Indian villages and small towns. A Sadhu in India is also referred as Baba by common peoples and most sadhus rely on the donations of lay peoples. There are female sadhus as well — known as sadhvis.

Lifestyle of a sadhu is very difficult, early morning bath, After the bath, sadhus gather around the dhuni or holy fireplace, and begin with their prayers and meditation for the day. Sadhus typically survive on bhiksha provided by families, peoples or depend on natural resources, they spend most of their time in meditation. His guru sent them to the city for Bhiksha. Sadhus use “Charas” to concentrate on meditation.

around the dhuni or holy fireplace, and begin with their prayers and meditation for the day. Sadhus typically survive on bhiksha provided by families, peoples or depend on natural resources, they spend most of their time in meditation. His guru sent them to the city for Bhiksha. Sadhus use “Charas” to concentrate on meditation.