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The Dhor Koli (also known as Tokre Koli, or Tokare Koli) (Marathi: टोकरे कोळी) is a subcaste of the Koli caste found in the Indian states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Rajasthan. Dhor Kolis are bamboo cutters by profession.

Dhor Koli
ढोर कोळी (टोकरे कोळी)
Subcaste of the Koli caste
EthnicityKoli people
Location
Parent tribeKolis of Maharashtra
Population1,12,190 in Karnataka
Demonym(s)Marathi Koli
Branches
  • Dhor Koli
  • Tokre Koli
  • Tokare Koli
Language
ReligionHindu
Surnames

Dhor Kolis are the third largest tribe in Karnataka state of India after Kuttanayakan and Kokna tribes.

Origin and distribution

The Dhor Kolis derived their name from the Kannada word for dodda (means, Big); they are also known as Tokre Kolis because they were bamboo cutters. They have traditionally had a reputation for alleged dacoity.

They are distributed in the Nashik, Thane and Greater Mumbai districts of Maharashtra and are also found in Surat and Dang districts of Gujarat.

Clans

The Dhor Kolis are divided into several clans. Their prominent clans include:

Classification

The Dhor Kolis are classified as a Scheduled Tribe by the Government of Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Rajasthan states of India.

References

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