Turpu Kapu | |
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Religions | Hinduism |
Languages | Telugu |
Populated states | Andhra Pradesh |
Turpu Kapu is an Indian caste in the state of Andhra Pradesh. [1] They are primarily found in the erstwhile districts of Srikakulam and Vizianagaram, with smaller numbers in other regions of the state. [2] Traditionally, they are an agrarian caste. [2] They are a politically prominent community in the Uttarandhra region of the state. [3] [4]
The word 'Turpu' means eastern in Telugu, an appellation based on their preponderance in the northeastern region of Andhra (Uttarandhra). [1] [5] Turpu Kapu caste is similar to the Kapu and Telaga communities of Andhra Pradesh. [1] [2] [5]