List of Rajput dynasties and states facts for kids

The Rajputs were a group of brave rulers and warriors in India. They became very important during the medieval period, which was a long time ago. Many parts of the Indian subcontinent were ruled by different Rajput families. These areas were often called princely states.

The Rajputs became powerful when the big empires of ancient India started to break apart. They rose to fame around the seventh century. They mostly ruled in areas we now know as Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, and parts of the northern plains and Bundelkhand.

It's interesting to know that the word "Rajput" wasn't always used. Before the 16th century, these ruling families weren't called "Rajputs." The term became common later, but historians use it to describe these noble families from earlier times.

The Rajputs built many beautiful palaces during their long rule. This is the Chandramahal inside the City Palace, Jaipur in Rajasthan. The Kachwaha Rajputs built it.

Famous Rajput Dynasties

Many different Rajput families ruled over various regions. Here are some of the most well-known ones:

Rulers of Jaipur and Mewar

• The Kachhwahas were powerful rulers of places like Jaipur and Alwar.
• The Sisodias ruled the Mewar region. They were known for their bravery.

Rulers of Jodhpur and Bikaner

• The Rathores were important in areas like Jodhpur and Bikaner. They also ruled Kishangarh and other states.

Other Important Dynasties

• The Imperial Pratiharas were a strong dynasty based in Kannauj.
• The Chauhans ruled several places, including Sambhar and Ranthambore.
• The Tomara dynasty was a significant ruling family in Delhi.
• The Chaulukyas (also called Solankis) and Vaghelas were powerful in Gujarat.
• The Paramaras ruled the Malwa region.
• The Gahadavalas were important rulers in Varanasi and Kannauj.
• The Chandelas were known for ruling Jejakabhukti, which is now called Bundelkhand.
• The Guhilas of Medapata ruled the area that is now Mewar.
• The Dogra dynasty ruled Jammu & Kashmir.
• The Chand dynasty ruled the Kumaon region.
• The Katochs were rulers of Kangra.
• The Panwars ruled the Garhwal area.
• The Sodhas were rulers of Amarkot.
• The Bhatis ruled Jaisalmer.
• The Bundelas were important in Orchha.

See also

• List of Hindu empires and dynasties
• List of Indian monarchs
• Rajputana
• Rajputs in Gujarat
• Rajput Rebellion
• List of dynasties and rulers of Rajasthan