Barot is an Indian surname native to Gujarat and Rajasthan. The Barot honorofic title is used by both Brahmbhatts and Vahivancha/Vahi Bhaats/geneologists. The Vahi Bhaats/Vahivanchas [1] traditionally worked as historians, genealogists and mythographers. [2] Whereas Brahmbhatts are distinct from "other" Barots or Bhats.
Turi [3] caste people also started to appropriate the surname "Barot". The Turi are a Scheduled Caste in India known for traditional bamboo craftsmanship and agricultural labor, often facing social discrimination and economic hardship. Limited literacy and declining demand for their handmade goods have worsened their challenges, despite affirmative action measures.
The Vahivancas/Vahivanchas have imitated Rajputs in many ways. Like Rajputs, the Vahivanchas also consider themselves Ksatriyas, as distinct from Brahmbhatts. [5] [6]