Tuladhar

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Tuladhar (Nepali: तुलाधर) is a caste from the Newar community of Kathmandu valley in Nepal. The name Tuladhar is derived from the Sanskrit words tula (Weighing scale) and dhar (possessor), thus meaning scale-bearer or in general, merchant or businessman.

[edit] Notable Tuladhars

• Chittadhar Hridaya
• Padma Ratna Tuladhar