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)