- Source: Pattikar Koli
The Pattikar, or Patekar, Pattekar and Patikar is a clan of Koli caste found in the Indian state of Maharashtra and neighbouring Territories. Pattikar Kolis of Maval region were hereditary subedars in Maratha Army.
In 1761, The Pattikar Kolis with the help of Bhangare and Khade Kolis captured the fort of Trimbak from Nizam of Hyderabad state and gave it to Peshwa (Prime minister) of Maratha Empire. They were led by Kheroji Pattikar who was serving in Maratha Empire and was rewarded with grants of villages and a large sum of money.
Notable
Kheroji Pattikar, Subedar in Maratha Army