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In ancient India, the village headman, or gramani, played a crucial role in the administration and governance of rural communities. Known by different names across regions—garmika in northern India, mununda in eastern India, pattakila in Maharashtra, and gavunda in Karnataka—this position was vital for maintaining order and facilitating self-governance among villages.

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Published by Neha Rathod, 2025-03-24 05:17:32

The Role of the Village Headman in Ancient India

In ancient India, the village headman, or gramani, played a crucial role in the administration and governance of rural communities. Known by different names across regions—garmika in northern India, mununda in eastern India, pattakila in Maharashtra, and gavunda in Karnataka—this position was vital for maintaining order and facilitating self-governance among villages.

Keywords: ancient,society,history,culture,india

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