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Dhakar or Kirar/Kirad is a Hindu agricultural caste in the Indian states of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. [1] [2] [3]
Dhakar or Dhakad was an important merchant community in Rajasthan mentioned in several inscriptions. They are still available in some regions of Rajasthan and chambal region of Madhya Pradesh but survive as a small community in Vidarbha region. [4]
The word 'dhakad' means one who is not afraid of anyone but faces the things boldly. They live in Tonk, Bundi, Kota, Jhalawar, Sawaimadhopur, Chittorgarh and Ajmer districts. They speak Hindi and use Devnagari. [5]