Palanpur State

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Palanpur State

Name

Palanpur State

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Historical

Summary

Palanpur State was a princely state within British India, ruled by the Lohani dynasty since 1370. It became a British protectorate in 1817, benefiting from protection against Maratha incursions. The state's capital was the city of Palanpur, strategically located along the Rajputana-Malwa Railway.

Statistics

Area

4,574.00 km²

Population

315,855

Location