Maniyani (caste)
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ClassificationLunar dynasty
| Maniyani Nair മണിയാണി നായർ | |
|---|---|
| Classification | Lunar dynasty |
| Religions | Hinduism India |
| Populated states | Kerala • Puduchery |
| Related groups | Nair • Nambiar |
The Maniyani Nair[1] (also known as Kolaya, Kolari, Ayar, Konar, Urali Nair[2][3] in different areas) is a Malayalam speaking community,[4] and Nair sub-caste native to Kerala state of South India.[5] They are mainly distributed in Kannur and Kasaragod districts.[6] They are a pastoral community and their traditional occupation is tending cattle and cultivation.[6] They are sometimes also referred as Itasseri Nairs. [7] They are classified as OBC or Other backward Class by Kerala government[8]