ठकुरी | |
|---|---|
| Regions with significant populations | |
 Nepal | 494,470 (1.7% of Nepal's population)[1] |
| Languages | |
| Nepali | |
| Religion | |
| Hinduism 99.20% (2011), Christianity 0.54% (2011)[2] | |
The Thakuri (Nepali: ठकुरी) . This term is Nepalese title ""Thakuri"", which translates to 'master of the estate'.[3] The term denotes the royal descendants of kings of Baise Rajya and Chaubisi Rajya.
During the height of their influence, the Thakuri caste played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of Nepal. They held positions of authority and governance, contributing to the administration and stability of the region. Their lineage was highly regarded, and they were often sought after for leadership roles within the kingdom.
Notably, members of the Shah dynasty, which ruled Nepal for centuries, were descendants of the Khand Thakuri caste from Chaubisi. The Shah royal family held significant sway over Nepalese affairs, guiding the nation through various periods of prosperity and turmoil.
The Thakuris forged a legacy deeply rooted in Nepalese history. Their contributions to politics, culture, and society continue to be remembered and celebrated, reflecting their enduring impact on the nation.
They are nicknamed Bahusaheb/Raja (male) or Maiya (female).
- ^ National Statistics Office (2021). National Population and Housing Census 2021, Caste/Ethnicity Report. Government of Nepal (Report).
- ^ Central Bureau of Statistics (2014). Population monograph of Nepal (PDF) (Report). Vol. II. Government of Nepal.
- ^ Gurung 1996, p. 29.