3. Of the 101 SCs, Adi Karnataka, Madiga, Banjara, Bhovi, Holaya, Adi Dravida and Bhambi together constitute 85.0 per cent of the SC population of the state. Adi Karnataka are numerically the largest SC with a population of 2,199,170, constituting 25.7 per cent of the state’s SC population.
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What are the caste categories in Karnataka?
Karnataka Scheduled Castes (SC) List
- Adi Andra.
- Adi Dravida.
- Adi Karnataka.
- Ajila.
- Aruthathiyar.
- Ayyanavar.
- Bairava.
- Bakuda.
Which caste is high in Karnataka?
Overall, the OBCs make up 20% of Karnataka’s population. As per the data, SCs, STs, Muslims and Kurubas together form 47.5% of the total population, making it the strongest combination.
What caste is SC and ST?
List of Scheduled Castes
| Official name as SC | Dates | States where have SC status |
|---|---|---|
| Kaibartta, Jaliya | 1950 designated | Assam (1950) |
| Lalbegi | 1950 designated | Assam (1950) |
| Balmiki | 1950 designated | Punjab (1950) |
| Bangali | 1950 designated | Punjab (1950) |
Which is the No 1 caste in Karnataka?
Among major SCs, Banjara have the highest (88.9 per cent) rural population, followed by Holaya (82.0 per cent), Bhambi (80.7 per cent), Madiga (80.3 per cent), Adi Karnataka (76.2 per cent) and Bhovi (74.9 per cent).
What is Vokkaliga caste?
Vokkaliga (also transliterated as Vokkaligar, Vakkaliga, Wakkaliga, Okkaligar, Okkiliyan) is a community, or a group of closely-related castes, from the Indian state of Karnataka. They are also present in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu.The Vokkaligas formed the landed-gentry and warrior class of Karnataka.
Who are Edigas?
Edigas or Idigas is a Hindu community of people concentrated in south central areas of Karnataka. Some Idigas are involved in soma and Ayurvedic medicine. The traditional occupation of Idiga people was that of toddy tapping. They are mostly concentrated in Malnad, Shivamogga district.
Which is richest caste in India?
Upper caste Hindus are the richest community in India owning 41% of total assets: Study
- A recent wealth distribution survey revealed that just 22% of upper caste hindus own almost 41% of the total wealth in India.
- According to the survey, the Scheduled Tribes accounted for the lowest share, in terms of assets at 3.7%.
Which caste is powerful in Mangalore?
MANGALURU:Bunts have once again emerged as the most politically powerful community in the undivided Dakshina Kannada with major political parties giving a big share of their tickets to the community members.
Is DAS a general caste?
Das” may be inferred to be one who has surrendered to God. In the Punjab region of India and Pakistan, they generally belong to theBrahmin caste. In Bihar and Bengal regions, they belong primarily to the Maulika Kayastha caste. The surname Das is also used by the Mahishya community of Bengal.
What caste is Rana?
“Rana” is a title used by Rajput community of India , Nepal and Pakistan( yes, some Muslim Rajput in Pakistan use Rana title). Although Rana surname is widely used by people of Rajput community. Still some Jats, Gujjars and Dalits use this title. Rana belongs to Rajput caste .
What are the 5 castes in India?
Indian society was divided into five castes:
- Brahmins: the priestly caste. After their religious role decreased they became the caste of officialdom.
- Kshatriya: warrior caste.
- Vaisya: the commoner caste.
- Sudras: represented the great bulk of the Indian population.
- Untouchables: descendants of slaves or prisoners.
Does vokkaliga belong to OBC?
So, Yes the vokkaliga caste comes under obc in central list.
What is 3B category caste?
Category 3B is considered as OBC in Karnataka.
Which is highest caste in SC?
Out of sixty eight Scheduled Castes, Pulayan is the most populous caste with a population of 1,041,540 forming 33.3 percent of the total SC population of the State. Cheruman is the second largest SC numbering 316,518.
Is vokkaliga and Gowda same?
Gowda (also known as Gauda or Gouda) is a surname native to the Karnataka state of India. It is mainly found among the Vokkaligas in south Karnataka and the Lingayats in north Karnataka.
Which category is Vokkaliga Gowda?
Karnataka Caste Wise Report
| S.No | State Caste Name | Caste Category Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vokkaliga(Sl.No-1-(a)) | Cat-IIIA |
| 2 | Vakkaliga(Sl.No-1-(b)) | Cat-IIIA |
| 3 | SarpaVokkaliga(Sl.No-1-(c)) | Cat-IIIA |
| 4 | HallikarVokkaliga(Sl.No-1-(d)) | Cat-IIIA |
Is Reddy and Gowda same?
Yes,both are same. In karnataka Vokkaliga land owned farming caste in Mandya ,Hassan, Ramnagar, Mysore,Banglore uses Gowda as surname and in Banglore rural, Banglore urban, chitradurga, chikballapur, kolar,Bellary use surname both Gowda and Reddy.
Which caste is balija?
Balija Naidu is a social group found mainly in southern states of India like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. They are considered to be a sub caste of Kapu with ‚Kapu‚„ meaning ‚protector‚„ in Telugu. The two chief languages spoken by Balija Naidus are Telugu and Kannada.
Which caste comes under OBC in Karnataka?
Central List of Other Backward Castes (OBCs): Karnataka
| State : Karnataka | |
|---|---|
| 5 | Bazigar |
| 6 | Bedaru, Valimiki, Barki, Parivara, Bendar, Berad, Boya, Naikamakkalu, Naikwadi, Palegar, Ramoshi, Talwar, Valmikimakkalum Vedan, Parivara Nayaka, Talawara, Myasa Nayaka, Urs Nayaka, Byada, Bargi, Hirshikari |
| 7 | Beria |
| 8 | Beshtar Bunde-Beshta |
Which caste comes under ST in Karnataka?
Caste list of the Scheduled Tribes
- Adiyan.
- Barda.
- Bavacha, Bamcha.
- Bhil, Bhil Garasia, Dholi Bhil, Dungri Bhil, Dungri Garasia, Mewasi Bhil, Rawal Bhil, Tadvi Bhil, Bhagalia, Bhilala, Pawra, Vasava, Vasave.
- Chenchu, Chenchwar.
- Chodhara.
- Dubla, Talavia, Halpati.
- Gamit,Gamta, Gavit, Mavchi, Padvi, Valvi.
