Ramgarhia
| Languages | |
|---|---|
| Punjabi, Hindi, English | |
| Religion | |
| Sikhism |
The Ramgarhia are a Punjabi community in the Punjab region of northwestern India.[1] They are named after Jassa Singh Ramgarhia who was the leader of the Ramgarhia Misl.[2][3]
Generally, Sikh carpenters use Ramgarhia as a surname whereas Hindu carpenters use Dhiman.[4]
Notable people
- Jassa Singh Ramgarhia - leader of Ramgarhia Misl, Jathedar and holder of keys to the Golden Temple.
- Jodh Singh Ramgarhia - son and successor of Jassa Singh Ramgarhia.
- Tara Singh Ramgarhia - Sikh warrior, Misl General and younger brother of Jassa Singh Ramgarhia.
- Mangal Singh Ramgarhia - son of Diwan Singh.
References
- ↑ Chopra, Pran Nath (1982). Religions and communities of India. p. 184.
- ↑ Singha, H. S. (2000). The encyclopedia of Sikhism. p. 111.
- ↑ Saini, A. K.; Chand, Hukam. History of Medieval India. p. 146. ISBN 978-81-261-2313-1.
- ↑ Judge, Paramjit S. (1996). Strategies of Social Change in India. M. D. Publications. p. 54. ISBN 978-8-17533-006-1.
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