Is Kamma Naidu a high caste?
They also have a notable, albeit smaller, presence in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. In recent times, a sizeable number of Kammas have migrated to the United States….Kamma (caste)
Kamma | |
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Languages | Telugu |
Country | India |
Region | Andhra Pradesh Telangana Tamil Nadu Karnataka |
Status | Forward caste |
Who are Kammavar Naidu?
Today the Kamma people are known as ‘Kammavar naidu’ in some areas and Nayakkars in some other regions of Tamilnadu, since they were the warriors of Naick Chief in those days. ‘Vadugu’ in Tamil means Telugu language. All the Telugu speaking people in Tamilnadu are ‘Vadugars’ including Kammas.
What is the difference between Naidu and Naicker?
In Tamil Nadu and Southern A.P., Naidu is commonly used. Naicker is added in the areas south of Coimbatore district. However, Telugu speaking Balija and Gavara communities also add the title Naicker in Tamil Nadu.
Which caste is highest in AP?
state. Among the numerically major SCs, Adi Dravida has the highest (88.7 per cent) rural population, followed by Madiga (85.1 per cent), Mala (81.9 per cent) and Adi Andhra (76.8 per cent).
Which caste is powerful in Coimbatore?
Gounders
Gounders are the dominant caste in Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Erode, Salem, Thirucehngode and Namakkal, classified as backward caste within the 69 per cent reservation quota in Tamil Nadu. While the Vanniyars have the upper hand in the north, the Thevars and the Nadars dominate south Tamil Nadu.
Are Nadars Dalits?
Tamil Nadu’s Nadars belong to a community in the middle of India’s caste system, occupying a place barely above the untouchables, now called Dalits.
Where are Kammavar Naidus located in Tamilnadu?
Locally eminent as KammavarNaidus or KammaNaidus they are majorly concentrated in Chennai and adjoining districts of Coimbatore, Madurai (Sivakasi), Tirunelveli, Theni, Tuticorn and other districts.
Which is the best matrimonial service for Kamma Naidu?
KammavarKalyanamalai is to unite all Kamma Naidu Community individuals and families under a single roof. Most trusted Kamma Matrimony provides best matrimonial services to its members.
Where did the Kammas of Tamilnadu come from?
Akin to Andhra Pradesh, the place where they are said to be originated, in Tamilnadu too, over a period of time they migrated from agriculture to other occupations including business, trade, movies, and other professions. Many prominent educational institutions are founded and run by Kammas in Tamilnadu, specifically in and around Coimbatore.