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CHAPARWAL Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,318th

Most common surname in India

86

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

The Chaparwal surname is an Indian surname that originated in the state of Punjab. It is derived from the Sanskrit word “chapar” meaning “a trader”. The surname is most commonly found among the Jat community of India. The history of the Chaparwal surname dates back to the time of the Mughal Empire. During this period, the Jat community served as traders, merchants, and soldiers in the Mughal army. The surname is believed to have been given to those who were successful in trading and commerce. The culture and customs of the Chaparwal community are similar to those of other Jat communities in India. They are known for their strong sense of loyalty and commitment to their families and communities. Variations of the Chaparwal surname include Chhaparwal, Chhapparwal, Chhaparwala, and Chhaparwalia.

State-wise distribution of people with CHAPARWAL surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Maharashtra state distribution for CHAPARWAL surname

Maharashtra

39

Tamil Nadu state distribution for CHAPARWAL surname

Tamil Nadu

15

Bihar state distribution for CHAPARWAL surname

Bihar

10

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for CHAPARWAL surname

Madhya Pradesh

9

Punjab state distribution for CHAPARWAL surname

Punjab

7

Rajasthan state distribution for CHAPARWAL surname

Rajasthan

3

Delhi state distribution for CHAPARWAL surname

Delhi

1

Category-wise distribution of people with CHAPARWAL surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname CHAPARWAL appear across 3 types of official government records in iMeUsWe's database — from electoral rolls to agricultural records — showing how widely distributed this surname is across Indian society.

Food Distribution Records category for CHAPARWAL surname

53 (63%)

Food Distribution Records

Voters List category for CHAPARWAL surname

18 (21%)

Voters List

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for CHAPARWAL surname

13 (15%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The CHAPARWAL surname is found across multiple communities including Maheshwari communities.

Yes! The CHAPARWAL surname is shared across Jain, Hindu religions.

CHAPARWAL families belong to the KAUSHIK gotra.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the CHAPARWAL surname with 39 records (46.4%).

CHAPARWAL is ranked #13318 in India with approximately 86 people bearing this surname.

The CHAPARWAL surname is found across 7 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (46.4%), Tamil Nadu (17.9%), Bihar (11.9%).

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