Origin and History of KUMARAGOUNDAR

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Kumaragoundar is a Tamil caste found mainly in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The name literally means 'head of the Kumaras', referring to the ancient sage-kings of the region. The community is believed to have been founded by the sage-king Kumara Varma, who was a descendant of the sage-king Parasurama. The Kumaragoundar are traditionally a landowning community, and are engaged in agriculture and related activities. They are also involved in various occupations such as weaving, carpentry, and pottery. The Kumaragoundar have a rich and ancient culture, with a strong emphasis on the traditional values of their ancestors. They celebrate a number of festivals throughout the year, including Pongal, Karthigai, and Diwali. The Kumaragoundar have several variations of their surname, including Kumaragounder, Kumaragoundan, and Kumaragoundanar.