History
Alirajpur is a city in the Alirajpur tehsil of Alirajpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It was formerly a princely state and serves as the district headquarters.
Overview
Alirajpur is located in the western part of Madhya Pradesh, near the borders of Gujarat and Maharashtra. The city is known for its historical significance as the capital of the former Alirajpur princely state. The region is predominantly rural, with a diverse population including a significant Adivasi (tribal) community. The economy is primarily agricultural, with crops like cotton, maize, and pulses. Alirajpur is well-connected by road to major cities like Indore, Vadodara, and Mumbai.
Historical Timeline
Establishment of Alirajpur princely state by Rathore Rajputs.
Marks the beginning of Alirajpur's history as a princely state and the foundation of its political and cultural identity.
Alirajpur became a princely state under the Bhopawar Agency of the Central India Agency during British rule.
Formalized British paramountcy over the region, integrating it into the colonial administrative framework while allowing internal autonomy.
Accession of Alirajpur to the Union of India and merger into Madhya Pradesh.
Ended princely rule and integrated Alirajpur into the democratic republic of India, leading to administrative reorganization.
Alirajpur district was carved out of Jhabua district.
Elevated Alirajpur to a district headquarters, enhancing its administrative importance and promoting local development.
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