Dhani and villages

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This article describes the usual characteristics of dhani and villages, particularly as found in Rajasthan. For the Dhani dialect, see Dhani dialect. For other uses of Dhani, see Dhani (disambiguation)

In North-West India, a dhani [1] is the smallest conglomeration of huts. All families living in a Dhani are relatives of each other or at least are of the same caste.

Caste system

Usually there is one caste that dominates the village; some villages are dominated by Rajput (warriors), Gurjar (warrior),[2]

References

  1. Sukhvir Singh Gahlot: Rural Life in Rajasthan, page 4.Rajasthani Granthagar, Giani Press Delhi 1986
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