| Wattoo | |
|---|---|
| Jāti | Rajput |
| Religions |  Islam |
| Languages | Punjabi |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Region | Punjab |
| Ethnicity | Punjabi |
| Family names | yes |
Wattoo is a Punjabi Muslim clan, originating from the Bhatti Rajputs mainly residing in Punjab, Pakistan. [1] [2]
| Wattoo | |
|---|---|
| Jāti | Rajput |
| Religions | Islam |
| Languages | Punjabi |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Region | Punjab |
| Ethnicity | Punjabi |
| Family names | yes |
Wattoo is a Punjabi Muslim clan, originating from the Bhatti Rajputs mainly residing in Punjab, Pakistan. [1] [2]
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