The Koyas are one of the leading communities of
Lakshadweep. They are the chief land owning class of the society and enjoy high social status in the islands. The Koyas of
Andrott,
Kavaratti, and
Kalpeni are believed to be the descendants of
Namboothiri and
Nair clans of
Kerala. They play a prominent role in the society and considered themselves superior to others.
