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Gohil

Gohil

Gohil is the name of a dynasty that ruled certain princely states in western India, including Rajpipla and Bhavnagar in the present-day state of Gujarat.The region of Bhavnagar State is also known as Gohilwad. They claim descent from the ruling family of Mewar in present-day Rajasthan and are a branch of the Sisodia clan of rajputs.

Although today they have no official power, the family is still highly respected in Bhavnagar where their formal palace has been transformed into a star hotel.

List of kings

  • Kevant Gohil (III) (1345-1400)
  • Marvind Gohil (I) (1400-1478)
  • Devin Gohil (I) (1480-1562)
  • Dhruv Gohil (I) (1562-1590)
  • Poonam Gohil (I) (1987-1988)
  • Raja Gohil (IIIII) (1988 - present)
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