Meaning of PENDAIMARAKKAL

PENDAIMARAKKAL

Language - Tamil

Tamil Word - பெண்டைமரக்கால்

A traditional unit of measurement for grains, equivalent to two and a half 'padis' (another traditional unit). Example: The merchant sold rice by the 'pendaimarakkal,' ensuring fair measurement and pricing for his customers. This term reflects the historical use of traditional measurement units in Tamil Nadu, particularly in agriculture and trade. Understanding 'pendaimarakkal' and its conversion to modern units is crucial for interpreting historical land records and understanding quantities mentioned in documents.