History:
The Panwalkar surname is believed to have originated in the Indian state of Maharashtra.
The Panwalkar surname is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word ‘pancan’, which means ‘five’. This could refer to the five Pandavas, the five sons of Pandu in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata.
Description:
The Panwalkar surname is associated with the Maratha caste, which is one of the major castes in Maharashtra.
The Panwalkar surname is associated with certain customs and traditions, such as the practice of wearing a ‘janeu’ (sacred thread) and observing certain religious rites.
The Panwalkar surname is also spelled as Pandhwalkar, Pandwalkar, Pandawalkar, Pandhavalkar, Pandavalkar, and Pandhvalkar.
