Sisodiya

Sisodiya (also spelled as Sisodia) is one of the most prominent Suryavanshi clan of the Rajputs known for their valor, chivalry, and adherence to a strict code of honor. The Sisodias are a branch of the Guhilot dynasty and trace their lineage to the ancient ruling families of Mewar, in present-day Rajasthan.

Origin

The Sisodias claim descent from the Suryavanshi (solar) dynasty, tracing their mythical origins to "Kusha" the son of King Rama, the hero of the Hindu epic Ramayana. Historically, they emerged as a powerful force in the 8th century CE, when the Guhilots established themselves in the region of Mewar. The name Sisodia came into use in the 14th century, derived from Sisoda, a village near Udaipur, where the clan had a stronghold.

The origin of the dynasty is traced back to its progenitor Guhadatta, a Kshatriya warrior of the 6th century CE. Guhadatta was the son of a general of the Maitreka dynasty who lost his life in battle. Following his father's death, Guhadatta’s mother committed sati, leaving the infant to be raised by a Brahmin priest. As Guhadatta was conceived in a cave, he was named “Guhadatta,” marking the beginning of the Guhila dynasty.

Bappa Rawal, a legendary king of the 8th century CE, is often credited with the expansion of the dynasty. He acquired Chittor Fort from Chitrangada Mori, a Parmar Rajput, whose daughter he married.

The House of Mewar, under the Sisodia banner, became one of the most illustrious clans of warriors among the Kshatriyas of India. It gave rise to legendary figures such as:

• Rana Kumbhakarna
• Maharana Sangram Singh
• Maharana Pratap
• Maharana Amar Singh

and many more who contributed to the valorous legacy of Mewar.

Sub-clans

The following is a list of sub-clans belonging to the Sisodia-Guhilot branch of Rajputs:

1. Guhilot – Descendants of Guhaditya, the progenitor of the Mewar dynasty.
2. Asil – Descendants of Asil, son of Kalbhoj (Bappa Rawal).
3. Mangaliya – Descendants of Mangal, son of King Khuman II.
4. Yogdaan (Contribution) – Known as "Mangaliya Yogdaan" due to their significant role in the conquest of Mandore by Rao Chunda.
5. Bhatevara – Descendants of King Bhartbhat.
6. Ahadiya – Descendants of Sihad, son of Rawal Jayant Singh; called Ahadiya for residing in the Ahar region. Linked to the royal family of Dungarpur-Banswara.
7. Sisodia – Descendants of Rana Rahap, son of King Ransinh of Mewar, who received the village of Shishoda as a fief.
8. Chandrawat – Descendants of Chandra, son of Bhimsingh, from the lineage of Rana Rahap of Shishoda. Ruling family of Rampura (Malwa).
9. Lunawat – Descendants of Luna, son of Rana Hamir.
10. Lakhawat – Descendants of Rana Lakha, son of Rana Kshetra Singh.
11. Bhakharot – Descendants of Bhakhar, son of Rana Kshetra Singh.
12. Bhanwarot – Descendants of Bhanwar, son of Rana Kshetra Singh.
13. Salkhawat – Descendants of Salkha, son of Rana Kshetra Singh.
14. Sikharawat – Descendants of Sikhara, son of Rana Kshetra Singh.
15. Chundawat – Descendants of Chunda, eldest son of Rana Lakha, who renounced his right to the throne. Known as the Bhishma of Mewar.
16. Sarangdevot – Descendants of Sarangdev, grandson of Rana Lakha (via Aja), settled in Kanod.
17. Udawat – Descendants of Uda, son of Rana Lakha.
18. Rudawat – Descendants of Ruda, son of Rana Lakha.
19. Gajsinhot – Descendants of Gaj Singh, son of Rana Lakha.
20. Dulhawat – Descendants of Dulha, son of Rana Lakha.
21. Dungarsinhot – Descendants of Dungar Singh, son of Rana Lakha.
22. Bhandawat – Descendants of Bhanda, descendant of Dungar Singh.
23. Bhivawat – Descendants of Bhiva, son of Rana Lakha.
24. Khivawat – Descendants of Khiva (Khemkaran), grandson of Rana Mokul; royal family of Pratapgarh.
25. Suvawat – Descendants of Sua, son of Rana Mokul.
26. Kitawat – Descendants of Kita, descendant of Khiva, son of Rana Mokul.
27. Adhuot – Descendants of Adhu, son of Rana Mokul.
28. Gadhuot – Descendants of Gadhu, son of Rana Mokul.
29. Nathawat – Descendants of Natha, son of Rana Mokul.
30. Veermadevot – Descendants of Veermadev, son of Rana Mokul.
31. Kumbhavat – Possibly descendants of Rana Kumbha, son of Rana Mokul.
32. Nagawat – Descendants of Naga, son of Rana Kumbha.
33. Kishanawat – Descendants of Kishana, son of Rana Raymal and grandson of Rana Kumbha.
34. Jagmalot – Descendants of Jagmal, son of Rana Uday Singh and grandson of Rana Sanga.
35. Kanhawat – Descendants of Kanha, son of Rana Uday Singh.
36. Jetsinhot – Descendants of Jet Singh, son of Rana Uday Singh.
37. Veermadevot (Sanwar) – Descendants of Veermadev, son of Rana Uday Singh, in Sanwar.
38. Sagarawat – Descendants of Sagar, son of Rana Uday Singh.
39. Agarawat – Descendants of Agar, son of Rana Uday Singh.
40. Sinhawat – Descendants of Sinha, son of Rana Uday Singh.
41. Panchanot – Descendants of Panchan, son of Rana Uday Singh.
42. Suratanot – Descendants of Suratan, son of Rana Uday Singh.
43. Lunkarnot – Descendants of Lunkaran, son of Rana Uday Singh.
44. Machhlot – Descendants of Machhal, son of Rana Uday Singh.
45. Maheshdasot – Descendants of Maheshdas, son of Rana Uday Singh.
46. Rudrot – Descendants of Rudra Singh, son of Rana Uday Singh.
47. Nagarajot – Descendants of Nagaraj, son of Rana Uday Singh, in Rol (Malwa).
48. Shaktawat – Descendants of Shakti Singh, son of Rana Uday Singh.
49. Sojawat – From Simarda, Bhadar, etc.
50. Manjhavat – From Katar (Mewar).
51. Ranawat – Descendants of Maharana Pratap.