Katoch is a name of one of the ruling caste from India. Katoch is a prominent Rajput caste of India. Katoch basically belong to Chandravanshi Rajput clan. Katochs have main predominance in the states of the Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand and Jammu.
Few of the great kings of this clan are king Porus who fought king Alexander, King of Kangra Sansar Chand Katoch. Main link between the katoch and Kangra (HP, India) can be established for the long period of rule by the katoch over kangra and adjoining area. More information can be found at this link-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kangra-Lambagraon.
The titular Maharaja of Kangra-Lambagraon is believed to be the head of this clan. Katochs are known for their courage, bravery and hard work. At the time of the British rule only Katoch surname was enough to join the army. Initially katochs were mainly evolved in agriculture and army. However the new generations have migrated to the different places and are engaged in different kind of the jobs.
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