Tagavara

Tagavara is a name used in southern India, primarily as a surname and as an identifier for a community in Karnataka. In various sources, Tagavara is described as a sub-group within the Vokkaliga, a major agrarian social group in the state. The exact origins of the term are not clearly established in historical records, but it is used locally to denote lineage and community affiliation.

Traditionally, Tagavara groups have been associated with agriculture and landholding in the historic Old Mysore region. Like other Vokkaliga sub-groups, they have developed social practices such as clan-based exogamy and distinct temple and festival rites tied to agricultural cycles.

In contemporary times, the Tagavara surname appears among Kannada-speaking communities in Karnataka and nearby areas. Individuals with the Tagavara name may pursue a range of professions, including farming, public service, education, and business. As with other caste- and community-based identities, the prominence and roles of Tagavara families vary by region and circumstances, reflecting broader social and economic changes in modern India.

See also Vokkaliga.