Bhatraju is an Indian (sub continent) caste of Telugu origin. Bhatrajus were originally a caste of Scholars, Soldiers, Ministers, Poets. Bhatraju caste claims to be one of the subcastes of the Kshatriyas. They are primarily found in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and also in smaller numbers in the neighbouring states. They are also known as Bhatturaju or Bhataraju or Bhatrajulu. The Bhatrajus were originally a caste of Ministers and Poets. After the fall of indigenous kingdoms, they switched to teachers or business. They use Raju as their caste title. The Bhatrajus wear the sacred thread like the Brahmins and are well versed in sacred literature. They call themselves Rajus (Rajputs) claiming half-decent from ancient Kshatriya clans. Bhatrajus are classified under the Other Back
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