| Minhas | |
|---|---|
| Jāti | Rajput |
| Religions |  Hinduism,  Islam |
| Languages | Punjabi, Dogri |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Region | Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Ethnicity | Punjabi, Dogra |
| Family names | yes |
| Lineage | Suryavansha |
The Minhas (or Manhas) is a Rajput clan. They are found in Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. These are spread in most of the part of Gagwan and Jhatgali of district Ramban. It is found in Hindu, Muslim and Sikh communities. [1]
Notable people with this surname, who may or may not have a connection to the clan, include:
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Sher may refer to:
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