goudとは 意味・読み方・使い方

The Goud (Telugu: గౌడ్) are one of the largest castes in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Orissa and Maharastra comprising more than 17% of population of AP. Gouds were involved in Soma and Ayurvedic Medicine development in ancient days. They are historically classified as Somavansh Kshatriyas. At present, they are involved in Palm wine/Toddy tapping (5 %) and liquor business, farming (50 %) and modern professions( 45 %). It is one of the progressive communities of Andhra Pradesh.