What is "patil"

Patil (meaning "head" or "chief") is an Indian title or surname native to Maharashtra. Many Patils were warriors in the Maratha army. Patil is also a surname in Maratha.

"Patil" is predominantly used by the Deccan, Vidarbha and Maratha people of Maharashtra. The native language of most Patils is predominantly either Marathi. Traditionally, Patils had assistants such as the ''talati or kulkarni to assist them with the clerical work involved in the collection of revenue in their areas of control.