Skip to main content

ALL ABOUT BILLAVA

Search This Blog

Showing posts from January, 2026

Posts

Toddy Tapping Billava Caste Family Business: Tradition, Livelihood & Cultural Heritage

on January 07, 2026

Billava Family Business Toddy Tapping

+

Get link
Facebook
X
Pinterest
Email
Other Apps

Popular Posts

BILLAVA BARIS (SURNAMES)

Billava Sur Name or Bari in Tulu Common surnames in the Billavan community are Amin, Anchan, Baidya, Baishya, Banan, Bangera, Gujran, Jathann (or Jathanna), Karkera, Kirodian, Kotian, Kukian (or Kukiyan), Kundan, Palan (or Palanna), Poojari (or Poojary), Salian, Sanil, Suvarna, Kundar, Talwar and Upiyan. "Billava" is used as a surname only in Kundapura Taluk. Commonly Known Billava Baris (Examples) Bari System in Billawas 16+4 As per one of our Billava Leader following 16 baris and additional 4 Koodubaris in his work cited below 1. Suvarna (Also known as Somanna, Chomann, Somannaya, Soma bannaya etc) 2. Amin (Amananna, Ammanna, Amaranna, Ammana Bannaya) 3. Kotian (Kotianna, Koti Bannaya) 4. Kukkian (Kukkabannaya) 5. Karkera (Karamberanna, Karamberannaya, Kairanaya, Karkatanna, Karka banaya) 6. Mundan (Muyatanna, Munditanna, Mundittannaya, Munditta bannaya, Mundyan) 7. Bangera (Bangeranna, Bangaranna, Bangar bannaya, Banger bannaya). 8. Anchan (Alankanna, Alenchann...

POOJARY/ POOJARI

Poojary /Poojari means "worshipper". In the past the Poojary played an important role in Bhuta Kola (Nema), a practice seen amongst tribal communities in Tulunadu. This subgroup is responsible for building temples and other places of worship, and their worship is known as poojas. Poojary / Poojari: The Sacred Priests of South India In the rich spiritual traditions of India, Poojary (or Poojari ) hold a central role as temple priests responsible for performing rituals, ceremonies, and maintaining the sanctity of temples. Predominantly found in Karnataka, Kerala, and other South Indian states , Poojaris have been custodians of culture and devotion for generations. Who is a Poojary / Poojari? A Poojari is a trained temple priest who conducts daily worship ( pooja ), rituals, and special ceremonies in Hindu temples. They act as a bridge between devotees and the divine, ensuring that spiritual practices are performed according to tradition . Key Responsibilities Performi...

BILLAVAS, ALIYA KATTU AND MARRIAGE SYSTEM

The Billavas practised the matrilineal system of inheritance known as Aliya Kattu or Aliya Santana. this system entailed that "men transmit their immovable property, not to their own children, but matrilineally, to their sister's children." A Billava does not marry his sister's daughter or mother's sister's daughter. He can marry his paternal aunt's or maternal uncle's daughter. Two sisters can be taken in marriage simultaneously or at different times. Two brothers can marry two sisters. Marriage of widows was permitted but the wedding ritual in such cases was simplified. An amended version of the ceremony was also used for situations where an illegitimate child might otherwise result: the father had to marry the pregnant woman in such circumstances. Women were considered to be ritually polluted at the time of their first menstrual cycle and also during the period of pregnancy and childbirth. The Billava dead are usually cremated, although bur...

BILLAVA (POOJARY) CULTURE

The coastal regions of Karnataka and Kerala had a very active martial-arts tradition, and many Billava families still continue this tradition. This helped them develop a community identity. They built Garadis similar to Kalaris in Kerala in honour of their folk heroes Koti and Chennayya. The Tulu term Garadi is derived from the Kannada word Garodi, which means "gymnasium". These garadis became major religious and martial-arts centres of the Billavas throughout the coastal areas of Karnataka. Though this tradition was common to their equivalent caste in Kerala, due to rigid caste rules they lost their independent religious/martial-arts traditions. Maliyali Billawas speak the Byari language and their Kula (god) is Baghavathi. The Billavas believe in ancestral worship.

POOJARY- POOJA

Purohitas of Billava caste/ Poojary Caste Poojary (sometimes spelled Poojari) means "worshipper". In the past the Poojary played an important role in Bhuta Kola (Nema), a practice seen amongst tribal communities in Tulunadu. This subgroup is responsible for building temples and other places of worship, and their worship is known as poojas. In the Last years Poojary Caste/ Billava caste boys are going for Learning Purohita. So we can find many Purohitas of Billava caste now a days. Poojaries / Purohitas in Kudroli Temple All the Purohitas offering pooja at Kudroli Gokarnanatheshwara Temple are Billava Caste Purohitas Purohitas of the Billava Caste: Custodians of Rituals and Tradition The Billava community , primarily concentrated in coastal Karnataka and parts of northern Kerala, has a rich cultural heritage with deep spiritual roots. Among its members, Purohitas (temple priests) and Poojaris play a vital role in preserving religious practices, family rituals, and temple ...

KOTI CHENNAYA GARODIES IN UDUPI

KOTI CHENNAYA GARODIES IN UDUPI List of Garodies in Udupi 1) Kolkebailu Garodi (Shiriyaara Graama & Post Saibarakatte) 2) Kaavadi Garodi (Post Via Barkooru) 3) Goole Garodi (Saastaana) (Saastaana Post) 4) Handaadi Garodi (Handaadi Graama & Post Brahmaavara) 5) Nayarbettu Garodi (33 Shirooru Graama & Post Muddumane) 6) Hosaala garodi (Post Barkooru) 7) Bannadi Garodi (Bannadi post via Saaligraama) 8) Kaadooru Belthadi Garodi (Post & Grama Kadooru) 9) Bokkapatna Garodi (Haaradi Graama & Post Kukkude Via Brahmaavara) 10) Holebaagilu Garodi (33 Shirooru Graama & Post Muddumane) 11) Sullodi Gaordi (33 Shirooru Graama & Post Muddumane) 12) Hiliyaana Garodi (Hiliyaana Graama Post Via Belve)

TULUNADA BILLAVA

Tulunada Billava: History, Culture, Traditions & Community Life The Tulunada Billava community is one of the most prominent and culturally rich communities of Tulunadu , a coastal region of Karnataka and northern Kerala. Known for hard work, traditional occupations, and strong social unity, Billavas have played a significant role in shaping the economic and cultural life of Tulunadu for centuries. This article explains the origin, culture, traditions, occupations, and modern progress of the Tulunada Billava community . What Is Tulunada? Tulunada is a historic and cultural region that includes: Dakshina Kannada Udupi Parts of Uttara Kannada Kasaragod district of Kerala The region is known for the Tulu language , rich folk traditions, temple culture, and unique social systems. The Billava community is an integral part of this heritage. Who Are Tulunada Billavas? Tulunada Billavas are a major community traditionally associated with: Toddy tapping Coconu...

Powerful caste in tulunadu

Powerful caste in Tulunadu- Billava The Billava community is considered one of the powerful and influential castes in Tulu Nadu (Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Kasaragod). After a WhatsApp status went viral in Karnataka, Google search shows a powerful caste in Tulunadu. The First Result in Google search is Billava. The Billava, Poojary, Billoru, and Biruveru people are an ethnic group of India. But the modern Billavas are more powerful in showing their Hinduism. Caste is only for unity, not for discrimination As Narayana Guru says. One God, One Dharma, and One Caste. As per Billavas, all castes are equal and all are humans. Why Billavas are powerful in Tulu Nadu Numerical Strength Billavas are one of the largest communities in coastal Karnataka. Their population gives them a significant social and political presence. Historical Role Traditionally, toddy tappers ( Iruvaththaya ), farmers, temple servants ( Poojary ), and warriors. They were...

LIFE OF SRI NARAYANA GURU

1856:- 4th onam day of chingam as per that 29th chingam 1032, Vayalvarom House, Chempazhanthy, Trivandrum, Kerala, India 1861-71:- Basic education under Chempazhanthy Pillai 1872-77:- Stayed in Trivandrum - learned Tamil language and literature 1877-79:- Higher education under Kummampally Raman Pillai at Varanapally House 1889:- Came back to Chempazhanthy 1881:- Started a school at Anchuthengu; Nanu became Nanu Asan 1882-84:- Got attracted to Spiritualism but relatives persuade him to marry Kaliamma Started to wander around - visited Maruthuamala and Aruvippuram Death of father - Madanasan

KOTI CHENNAYA STUDIED PLACE GARODI, OTLA SHISHILA

This place is continued worshiped by the genetic rulers since Royal rule was smashed. The renovation efforts have been started from a long back with the coorperation with village devotees. This initiative resulted to start with 'astamangala' (Holy Questioning) by Shri Chekodu Subhramanya Bhat at this place and foundation stone laid by Shri Kemminje Nagesh Tanri. Under the Guidence of Vastu Expert Shri Muniyangala Krishnaprasad we had started renovation work for Shri Dharmarasu Ullaklu cottage, Raktheshvari "Kulbari Ishvare desildever talabari daivolu, boomi undanaga undayi ullaklu udipana daivonklu otlada satyalu" ( In the family of Shri Shishileshwara while Ullakulu thought to ascend with the earth and positioned in Otla as a massive truth ) with the ancient tulu epic reality word which be evidence for the direct co-relation with the ruler of the territory of Shri Shishileshvara (desildever) temple. The powerful Predestinationda situated in "Otla Shri Dhar...

Archive

January 20261
May 20211
December 20201
October 20191
February 20162
January 20168
December 20154
March 20151
February 20151
August 20117

July 20114

Show more Show less

Labels

Koti Chennaya Garodi10
Otla Garodi3
Aliya Kattu2
Aliya Santana2
Billava Baris1
Billava Community1
Billava Constitution1
Billava Culture1
Billava Family Business1
Billava Language1

Billava Surnames1
Gokarnanatheshwara Temple Kudroli1
Kotichennaya Moola Stana1
Life of Sri Narayana Guru1
Marriage of Widows1
Narayana Guru1
Poojary- Pooja1
Poojary/Poojari1
Powerful Caste1
Sivagiri1
Ten Commandments of Sri Narayana Guru1
Toddy Tapping1
Tulunada Billava1
Tuluva Paddanas1
ಬಿಲ್ಲವರ ಕುಟುಂಬದ ತರವಾಡು ಮನೆ1

Show more Show less

Powered by Blogger