Dhedh

This community observes the concept of untouchability in relationships with other low-status castes.

These included the Khalpa, who wanted to be known as Rohit, and the Bhangi's desire to be known as Rishi, as well as the Vankar claim to Mahyavanshi status.

Of these, only the Mahyavanshi claim was successful in gaining official recognition from the colonial administration of the British Raj.

According to Pocock, the Dheds were considered untouchable because their cloth was treated with bone size.

The majority of Charotar Dhedhs are Catholic Christians (due to missionary activity) and a minority who remain Hindus.