The Padmasalis and the Devangas, who are another caste of weavers, were originally a single caste in ancient times and followed Vaishnavism. The caste then split due to differences in faith, with the Devangas being influenced by Lingayatism and accepting Chamundeswari, the fierce form of Durga as their kuladevi.
The Padmasalis and Devangas were originally a unified weaver caste that practiced Vaishnavism. Later, they separated due to religious differences, with the Devangas embracing Lingayatism and venerating Chamundeswari, the fierce form of Durga as their family deity.