Who lived in ''black towns '' in cities such as madrash in history class 7 ch- 6?

During the medieval period, black towns in cities like Madras were inhabited by both native Indians and African slaves who were brought to India by Arab and European traders. These towns were distinct communities where people of African descent lived and worked in occupations such as trade, crafts, and military service. Over time, some of these individuals became integrated into Indian society, while others maintained their unique cultural identities.