Thogata
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| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 15 lakhs (including all states) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu | |
| Languages | |
| Telugu, Kannada | |
| Religion | |
 Hinduism | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Saliya, Padmasali, Devanga |
Thogata (Telugu: తొగట వీర క్షత్రియ) (also known as Thogata Veera Kshathriya) are a Hindu community found in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra.They claim descent from Chowdeswari and follow Vaishnavite tradition.[1][2]
Thogatas are classified as an Other Backward Class (OBC) in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and other Indian states.[3] .Their occupation is weaving, but now they are involved in agriculture and other rural activities.. They are distinct from other weaving castes like Padmasali and Devanga.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Swarnalatha, P. (2005). The World of the Weaver in Northern Coromandel, C.1750-c.1850. Orient Blackswan. p. 32. ISBN 9788125028680.
- ^ Singh, K. S. (1998). India's Communities. Anthropological Survey of India. pp. 3505–3506. ISBN 978-0-19-563354-2.
- ^ "List of Backward Classes approved by Government of Tamil Nadu". BC, MBC & Minorities Welfare Department. Retrieved 18 July 2024.
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