Senaithalaivar

Senaithalaivar is a Tamil-speaking caste mainly from south Tamil Nadu.[1] They are also known by the names Senaikudiyar, Ilaivaniar.

Senaithalaivar
ReligionsHinduism
LanguagesTamil
RegionIndian state of Tamil Nadu
Related groupsSengunthar

Literary evidence

The earliest literary evidence about Senaithalaivar occurs in Adhi Diwakaram, a Tamil lexicon written by Sendan Diwakarar. It meant the profession of Senaithalaivar (commander-in-chief)

Distribution

They are mainly populated in Tirunelveli District, including places like Tenmalai, Kayatharu and Seevalapperi.[2]

Society and caste organisation

They are included in the Tamil Nadu state's list of Backward castes.[3]

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