Description:
The Chanakkanavars are an Tamil-speaking community found in the state of Tamil Nadu in India. They are also known as the Vellalar or the Panchalar. The community is believed to have originated from the region around the city of Chanakkavaram in the eastern part of Tamil Nadu. They are a agricultural community and are known for their textile and clothing production. The Chanakkanavars are also known for their martial arts traditions, including Kalarippayattu and Silambam.
