| Regions with significant populations | |
|---|---|
| India (Rajasthan) | |
| Languages | |
| Hindi, Marwari, English | |
| Religion | |
| Hinduism |
Khandelwal Vaishya is a Vaishnava community originally from Khandela,[1] a historical town in northern Rajasthan, India. Khandelwals are mainly present around districts of Jaipur, Sikar, Alwar, Bharatpur and Ajmer.[2]
Origin
The Khandelwal community traces its origin and name from Khandela, a town in Sikar district. They believe their name derives from a sage called Khandel, whose 72 1/2 sons started the 72 1/2 gotras (clans) into which the community is divided. Each clan worships its own kuldevi.[2] These Gotras are subdivision of the community. Traditionally, marriages are avoided in the same Gotra.
References
- ↑ Rima Hooja (2006), A history of Rajasthan, Rupa & Co., p.501
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Singh, Kumar Suresh (1998). People of India: Rajasthan. Popular Prakashan. p. 1056. ISBN 81-7154-769-9.