Vishwakarma Caste

Vishwakarma Caste describes a Brahmin Caste of India who claims to be descendants of Lord Vishwakarma. They are a caste of priests, engineers, architects, sculptors, temple builders and artists. The term is applied to five sub-castes; blacksmiths, carpenters, coppersmiths, goldsmiths and sculptors. Vishwakarma Caste is also known as Vishwabrahmin or Dhiman Brahmins or Jangid Brahmins. The Vishwakarma Caste also claim to have been the spiritual guides and priests and their position in the society survives in the saying the ‘Vishwabrahmana is guru to the world’.

The five subgroups of Vishwakarma caste have unmatched and marveling architectural and artistic skills in several important occupations. Therefore, the Vishwakarma community could contribute in volumes to the rich heritage and history of Indian continent. Let us know more about these subgroups and their occupations.

Kammari (Blacksmith)

The first occupation of the Vishwakarma’s professions is blacksmith (Lohaar). 

Vadrangi (Carpenter)

The second profession among the five. The carpenter who makes goods with wood (wood/timber). 

Kanchari (Bronzesmith)

The third profession among the five. Bronzesmith (artisans) works on the brass, copper and bronze metals.

Shilpi (Stonemasons)

The forth profession among the five. Sculptor does not mean one who makes stones into idols

Swarnakaari (Goldsmith)

The fifth profession among the five. A goldsmith who collects raw gold and extracts into real gold.