The Panicker caste is a traditional community primarily found in the Indian state of Kerala. Historically, they were associated with the Martial Arts and military service, often serving as warriors or in administrative roles. In contemporary society, many Panickers have diversified into various professions, including education and business, while still maintaining aspects of their cultural heritage. The caste is known for its unique customs and practices, contributing to the rich tapestry of Kerala's social structure.
Kaniyan is a caste name prevalent in the Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu states of South India. Generally the caste name is referred to Kaniyar or Ganaka people , who were traditional astrologers, teachers and Ayurvedic physicians of this region. Panicker is another local name referred to in Kaniyar and in the north and middle parts of Kerala. It is believed that they were descendants of ancient Brahmins of sakadwipi origins. their presence in this region has been recorded ever since the sangham age of Thamizhagam.
Soman Panicker goes by Unniettan.
Simhalan Madhava Panicker was born in 1930.
Ganaka or Kaniyar is the caste name of traditional astrologers with origins in the states of Kerala and Karnataka. They are known by various other names such as Kanisan, Kanisu, Kani, Kaniyar Panicker, Kalari Panicker, Kalari Kurup, kaniyan, Balyaya, etc. in different local regions. Their ancestors were the first group of ancient Brahmins who reached into the south India region, far ahead of the arrival of the alien Brahmins of pre-medieval era.
Nidhin Renji Panicker goes by Achu.
Simhalan Madhava Panicker died on 2004-03-05.
Guru Mampuzha Madhava Panicker was born in 1900.
Guru Mampuzha Madhava Panicker died in 1973.
P. T. Bhaskara Panicker died in 1997.
P. T. Bhaskara Panicker was born in 1922.
Muloor S. Padmanabha Panicker was born in 1869.
Muloor S. Padmanabha Panicker died in 1931.