Social Geography of Western & Eastern Coasts

Kutch Plains

Kutch district is inhabited by various groups and communities. One can find various nomadic, semi nomadic and artisan groups living in Kutch. Gujarati Ahirs constitute a comparatively large group in Kutch.

Konkan Plains

  • Ethnic groups and communities found in the region which makes a larger Konkani community are the Vaishya Vani, Malvani, Aagri, Kunbi, Koli, Vadavali, Maratha, Bhandari, Goud Saraswath Brahmins, Kumbhar, Rajapur Saraswat Brahmins, Gabit, Padti, Chitpavan Brahmins, Brahmins, Kudaldeshkar Brahmins, Kuruba, Namdev Shimpi.
  • Tribal communities in Konkan include the Katkari, Konkana, Warli and Kolcha in southern Gujarat, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Maharashtra’s Palghar district. The ....
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