Hadoti

Hadoti
Historical Region
The Garh Palace, Bundi
Map of the Hadoti region in Rajasthan, India
Map of the Hadoti region in Rajasthan, India
Country India
StateRajasthan
Established1241 CE
FounderRao Deva Hada
Named forHada Chauhan
Districts
Area
 • Total
24,204 km2 (9,345 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total
5,695,804
 • Density235.32/km2 (609.49/sq mi)
Languages
 • Hadoti51.57%
 • Hindi32.76%
 • Malvi5.51%
Largest City
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Hadoti is a historical region located in the southeastern part of the Indian state of Rajasthan. It encompasses the districts of Bundi, Kota, Jhalawar, and Baran. Named after the Hada Rajputs, a branch of the Chauhan clan, the region's identity began taking shape in the 13th century when Rao Deva conquered Bundi in 1241 CE, followed by the capture of Kota in 1264 CE. Hadoti region contains significant number of rock paintings particularly in region like dara and alnia,indicating human presence during the mesolithic age.