Dhamyal (caste)
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| Dhamyal | |
|---|---|
| دھمیال | |
| Classification | Rajput |
| Languages | Potohari, Punjabi, Pashto, Urdu English |
| Country | Pakistan, India, United Kingdom, France, Italy |
| Ethnicity | Pakistani/Indian |
| Population | 62,000 (2023 Estimate) |
| Family names | Dhamyal, Rajput |
| Feudal title | The Janjua Rajput King |
| Lineage | Janjua Rajputs |
| Color | Brown |
| Throne | Potohar Region |
| Victory weapon | Rajput Sword/Arabian Bow & Arrow |
| Notable members | Sultan Dhami Khan Rajput (Founder), Raja Ali Khan OBE, Raja Usman Latif Dhamyal, Ch Iqbal Dhamyal |
| Related groups | Rajputs, Janjua Rajputs |
| Kingdom (original) | Potohar Region |
The Dhamyal (Also spelled Dhamial) is an caste found in India and Pakistan and believed to derive its name from the renowned Rajput Janjua[1] king, Dhami Khan Rajput.
Origins[edit]
Sultan Dhami Khan Rajput, through his exemplary leadership and military prowess, established a significant presence in the region during his time.[citation needed] His contributions to the Rajput dynasty and his reputation as a capable ruler have left an indelible mark on the history of the Punjab/Potohar region.[citation needed]
Over time, the descendants of Sultan Dhami Khan Rajput began using the name Dhamyal to identify themselves as a distinct caste. The surname Dhamyal became associated with their lineage and served as a testament to their Rajput heritage.[2]
The Dhamyal caste, like other Rajput lineages, maintains a strong sense of pride in their ancestry and Rajput roots.[3] They are known for their martial traditions and often hold positions of respect within their communities. The historical association with Sultan Dhami Khan Rajput further enhances the prestige and recognition of the Dhamyal caste.
References[edit]
Tribune India[4]
Rare Book Society of India[5]
Pakistan Defence Forum[6]
Government of Punjab Pakistan[7]
Research Gate[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b "Conceptualizing Democracy in Pakistan: A Rural Perspective". Retrieved 10 June 2023.
- ^ "Chiefs and Families of Note in the Punjab Vol. I [Rev.]". INDIAN CULTURE. Retrieved 10 June 2023.
- ^ Yong, Tan Tai (1 May 2005). The Garrison State: Military, Government and Society in Colonial Punjab, 1849–1947. SAGE Publications. ISBN 9780761933366. Retrieved 10 June 2023 – via Google Books.
- ^ "The Janjuas of Punjab : The Tribune India". Retrieved 10 June 2023.
- ^ Rare Book Society of India<
- ^ "The origins of tribes across Pakistan and Hindustan". Pakistan Defence. 27 October 2017. Retrieved 10 June 2023.
- ^ "The People | District Narowal". narowal.punjab.gov.pk. Retrieved 10 June 2023.