Jhalawar, The land of Jhalas

Jhalawar

Rajasthan

India

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The city of Jhalawar is situated in the south-eastern region of Rajasthan, a region widely known as Hadoti (Hadavati), the land of Hadas, a major branch of the great Chauhan clan of Agnikula Rajputs.

The city of Jhalawar was founded by Jhala Zalim Singh Ist, who was the diwan of Kota state (1791 A.D.) He established this as a cantonment, then known as Chaoni Umedpura. Legendary Jhala Zalim Singh recognized the importance of this place and started to develop it as a military cantonment and township, so that he could use the place to attack and stop Maratha invaders before they could reach state of Kota.
Chaoni Umedpura was established around 1803-04 A.D. Colonel Todd who visited this place in 1821 December described this area as the cantonment established by Jhala Zalim Singh plus a well established township with large houses havelis and surrounding walls. In 1838 A.D. English rulers separated the Jhalawar state from Kota and gave it to Jhala Madan singh, grandson of Zalim singh. He developed his administration services to develop the state of Jhalawar. He resided in Jhalara Patan for a long time and built the Garh palace (1840-1845) He was the first ruler of Jhalawar state and made his contribution in the history of Jhalawar.
The land of Jhalas created in 1838 has a charm of its own. It is best explored on foot. Areas of interest are the fort which is located in the centre of town. An extensive fort, which now houses district offices. The zanana khas portion of the fort houses some exquisite painting and mirrors.