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Bhalavata is a Hindu surname originating from the Indian state of Gujarat. It is a Brahmin surname that is often associated with the Bhalavata Gotra, which is believed to have descended from the sage Bhalavata. The Bhalavata Gotra is one of the major branches of the Pancha-Gauda Gotra. The origin of the Bhalavata surname can be traced back to the ancient Vedic period. It is believed that the Bhalavata Gotra was established by the sage Bhalavata, who was a descendant of the sage Vatsa. The Bhalavata Gotra is one of the 36 major Brahmin Gotras that are mentioned in the Mahabharata. The Bhalavata surname is commonly found among the Brahmin communities of Gujarat, Maharashtra and Karnataka. This surname is also found in other parts of India, including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. The culture and customs associated with the Bhalavata surname are similar to those of other Brahmin communities. The Bhalavata Gotra is associated with the worship of Lord Vishnu and the Veda-Vedanga-Upanishads. People belonging to this Gotra generally follow the Vedic rituals and traditions. Variations of the Bhalavata surname include Bhalavat, Bhalawat, Bhalawatya, Bhalawatyam and Bhalawatyam.
