1874–1948 → 1921 3,274 km (1,264 sq mi) | Established 1874 1921 130,103 | |
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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.
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Map of Boudh, Odisha
History
Baudh was one among the 26 Feudatory States of Orissa. According to legend the state originated in a preexisting state that had been founded centuries before by a Brahmin who adopted as successor a nephew of the Raja of Keonjhar, belonging to the Bhanj Rajput Dynasty who ruled Mayurbhanj State.
The formerly princely state's territory is now within Boudh District.
Rulers of Athmallik
The Rajas of the princely state were:
References
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