Goud
Matrimonial
Goud is one of the largest castes in southwest India primarily in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, Karnataka and Maharashtra. They are believed to be Somavansh Kshatriyas who adhere to Hinduism and are divided into worshippers of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. Goud is one of the most progressive castes of Andhra Pradesh today and is usually involved in toddy tapping, liquor business, farming and such other modern professions. Earlier, they looked after Soma and Ayurvedic medicine development.