The Barik or Bhandari (also known as Baja, Nai, Napita in different area) is an Indian caste found from Odisha State[1] in India. Traditionally they are barbers by profession. Their service is indispensable on the occasion of marriage, birth and death. They are also required for carrying luggage bags of bride and groom in Hindu weddings. [2][3]

Social status

The Barika (Bhandaris) are included in Other Backward Classes in Odisha.[4]

References

  1. ↑ K. S. Singh; Anthropological Survey of India (1998). India's Communities. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0-19-563354-2.
  2. ↑ Rabindra Nath Pati (2008). Family Planning. APH Publishing. pp. 114–. ISBN 978-81-313-0352-8.
  3. ↑ "Rite fighters - Offtrack News - Issue Date: Jun 18, 2001".
  4. ↑ "Central List of Other Backward Castes (OBCs): Odisha".
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