Baudh State

Summary

Baudh State, also known as Boudh State, was one of the princely states of India during the period of the British Raj. It was recognized as a state in 1874 and had its capital in Boudh town. Its last ruler signed the accession to the Indian Union on 1 January 1948.

Baudh State
Princely State of British India
14th century–1948
Flag of Baudh
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Baudh State in the Imperial Gazetteer of India
Area 
• 1921
3,274 km2 (1,264 sq mi)
Population 
• 1921
130,103
History 
• Established
14th century
1948
Succeeded by
India

History edit

According to traditions, after the fall of the Somavamshi dynasty to Eastern Gangas, local chieftains were installed in the region as feudatories. Upon time, a childless Brahmin chieftain adopted the nephew of the neighbouring Raja of Keonjhar who belonged to the Bhanj dynasty. This prince styled himself Ananga Deva and founded the state in the 14th century.[1]

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References edit

  1. ^ ODISHA DISTRICT GAZETTEERS BOUDH (PDF), GAD, Govt of Odisha, 1991, p. 23

20°50′N 84°19′E / 20.84°N 84.32°E / 20.84; 84.32