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Dynasty

Parihar

Villages

36

Hindi Name

मानेगांव

Last Updated

24th Jul, 2026

History

Origin and Lineage

The Parihar (Pratihara) Rajputs trace their lineage to the imperial Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty, which ruled extensive territories across northern and western India from the 8th to the 11th centuries. Mandore (ancient Mandavyapura) served as a primary seat of Parihar authority in Marwar. By the late 14th century, political shifts and the expansion of neighboring powers led to the transition of power in Mandore from the Parihars to the Rathore clan.

Following the loss of Mandore, branches of the Parihar clan dispersed to distinct regions of Central India, establishing chieftainships and landed estates across Baghelkhand, Bundelkhand, and the Mahakoshal region (modern-day Madhya Pradesh). While prominent ruling houses such as Nagod State were established in Baghelkhand, other branches carved out zamindaris and taluqdaris along the fertile Narmada River basin.

Establishment of Manegaon Zamindari

The Manegaon Zamindari was established by Parihar Rajput chieftains who settled in the fertile plains of the Narmada valley in the Narsinghpur region of Central India. During the 16th and 17th centuries, the region came under the nominal suzerainty of the Garha-Mandla Gond kingdom and subsequently experienced Mughal territorial administration.

Local Rajput clans, including the Parihars of Manegaon, were granted hereditary rights (zamindari) over clusters of villages in exchange for maintaining local order, collecting land revenue, and providing military levies to the regional sovereign during times of conflict.

Maratha Influence and British Period

In the 18th century, the expansion of the Maratha Empire brought the region under the control of the Bhonsle Maharajas of Nagpur. The zamindars of Manegaon maintained their landed status as local revenue managers and chieftains under the Maratha administration, navigating the shifting political landscape of Central India.

Following the Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817–1818), the region was ceded to the British East India Company and eventually incorporated into the Central Provinces. Under the British colonial administration, the status of the Manegaon estate was formalized through land settlement operations. The Zamindars of Manegaon were recognized as hereditary proprietors of their estate, subject to the payment of fixed land revenue (jama) to the British Crown.

Post-Independence Era and Legacy

Following India's independence in 1947, the political structure of feudal landholding underwent sweeping reforms. With the passage of the Madhya Pradesh Abolition of Proprietary Rights Act, 1950, all zamindari, jagirdari, and malguzari rights were formally abolished, and the proprietary rights over estate lands vested in the state government.

Despite the socio-economic changes following land reforms, the descendants of the Manegaon Parihar family transitioned into public life, agriculture, and local commerce while retaining their historical heritage in the Mahakoshal region.

Genealogy

  • Thakur Saheb Swaroop Singh, migrated to Manegaon in 1778 Ce (Samvat 1835) from Mandore, Rajasthan. His arrival marked the beginning of his family's settlement in the region. He played an important role in establishing the local community, and his legacy has remained significant in Manegaon's history through the generations that followed.
    • Thakur Saheb Mohan Singh (qv)
  • Thakur Saheb Mohan Singh, played a key role in the development of Manegaon. He contributed significantly to the construction of the Manegaon Akhadas, which became important centers for physical training, cultural activities, and community gatherings. His efforts strengthened the village's social and cultural heritage.
    • Sadar Bahadur Vishwanath Singh (qv)
  • Sadar Bahadur Vishwanath Singh, awarded the honorary title "Sadar Bahadur" (sometimes spelled Sirdar Bahadur), by the British Government in recognition of his loyal service, leadership, and contributions to public administration and awarded to distinguished Indian civilians and military officers for loyal service, bravery, or public welfare. The title reflected the respect and appreciation bestowed upon distinguished Indian leaders during the British colonial period.
    • Sadar Shivram Singh (qv)
  • Sadar Saheb Shivram Singh, received the honorary title "Sadar" from the British Government in recognition of his loyal service, leadership, administrative abilities of his region.
    • Thakur Saheb Rudra Pratap Singh (qv)
    • Thakur Saheb Shashi Bhushan Singh (qv)
    • Baisa Raj Saheba, married in Dhamna, Payak, Jhasi. After her death, her sister in law Kaumudi Devi (Alipura) married in Dhamna, Payak, Jhasi.
      • Thakur Saheb Jagdishwar Singh, married to Usha Devi (Asta), adopted at Dhamna – Payak, Jhasi and have 3 issues.
        • Baisaheb Mamta Singh
        • Kuwar Saheb Siddharth Singh
        • Kuwar Saheb Satyarth Singh

Badi Bakhar

  • Thakur Saheb Rudra Pratap Singh - Amar Shaheed (Badi Bakhar) was a courageous freedom fighter and patriot who dedicated his life to India's struggle for independence. During the Quit India Movement of 1942, he was inspired by Mahatma Gandhi and actively organized local youth to oppose British rule. He led revolutionary activities, including disrupting British communication lines and participating in the attack on the Gohchar railway bridge near Gotegaon.The British authorities arrested him along with his associates and imprisoned him in Jabalpur Jail. While in prison, he contracted smallpox and, according to family records, attained martyrdom in 1945 at the young age of 29. His supreme sacrifice for the nation earned him the title of Amar Shaheed. Today, Thakur Saheb Rudra Pratap Singh is remembered with deep respect for his courage, patriotism, and unwavering commitment to India's freedom.
    • Thakur Saheb Vishwa Pal Singh
    • Thakur Abhinandan Singh
    • Thakur Rajendra Singh
    • Thakur Yogendra Singh
    • Baisa Uma Devi

Choti Bakhar

  • Thakur Saheb Shashi Bhushan Singh, (Kakaji) married to Lavanya Prabha Devi (Ingua/Banda). He studied in Lucknow and was a renowned hockey player. He played a significant role in promoting akhadas (traditional wrestling training centers) in his home district. In memory of his elder brother, he initiated several state and national-level sports competitions. He played a significant role in the Indian freedom movement by coordinating revolutionary activities, managing the transportation of weapons, and actively promoting the Swadeshi Movement.A prominent Indian National Congress leader, he served multiple terms as an MLA in Madhya Pradesh and held key portfolios as Forest Minister and PWD Minister. He also served as Chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Mining Corporation (1990-1993), contributing to the state's development and administration.
    • Thakur Saheb Jagdishwar Singh, married to Usha Devi (Asta), adopted at Dhamna – Payak, Jhasi have 3 issues.
    • Thakur Saheb Indra Bhushan Singh, engaged in Farming, Zila Adhyaksh (District President) of Rajput Samaj. Manegaon (M.P.); married to Thakur Saheb Neera Singh, daughter of Late Dr. Jaiveer Singh Baghel and Late Smt. Sushila Singh of Sukhad, Rewa and has 3 issues.
      • Baisaheb Shivangini Singh, studied at All Saints School, IHM (Bubaneshwar) married to Kuwar Sb. Siddhartha Singh (Kachwaha) working at CISCO, son of Thakur Saheb Vijay Singh of Thikana Guda Chandra Ji, District Karauli (Rajasthan) and has an issue.
        • Bhanwar Dhruv Singh Gudda
      • Baisaheb Aprajita Singh, studied at All Saints School, Diploma in Fashion Designing INIFD, Mumbai, B.ed SDSU, Uttarkhand, MA in Yoga, Dehradoon University married to Kuwar Gautam Singh Vatsa, (Chauhan Rajput) MBA and Real Estate Developer son of Dr. Gorakh Singh Ji (Former Horticulture Commissioner, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India) from Rohtas District, Bihar now settled in Dehradun (Uttarakhand) and Kuwarani Manula Singh Bagha Thakur Saheb Zamindari, UP and has two issues.
        • Baisa Adwita Singh
        • Baisa Arya Singh
      • Kuwar Saheb Shakti Bhushan Singh, studied at DPS, Bhopal, and earned a B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) degree from Bangalore. Began legal career as a Senior Lawyer with Morgan Stanley and later served as an Assistant Vice President (AVP) at BNP Paribas, a leading French multinational bank, in Mumbai. Alongside my professional journey, been an active sports enthusiast, representing teams in both cricket and football at various competitive levels.
    • Thakur Saheb Nagendra Bhushan Singh, married to Neha Devi Bichri (Ambikapur), C.G. have 2 issues.
      • Baisaheb Pallavi Singh, studied at All Saints' School and later earned a degree from the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Bhopal. Ph.D. in Food and Cognitive Behaviour from the University of Suffolk, UK. professional experience includes working at American Bank in Delhi and Barclays Bank in Malad, Mumbai. She also served as a Report Clerk at an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinic in Ipswich, Suffolk, UK. is married to Kuwar Saheb Rahul Negi (Uttarakhand) who holds an MBA from University College London (UCL). He owns three restaurants in the United Kingdom and is currently developing a franchise model for Chutneyz.
        • Bhanwar Avirat Negi
        • Baisa Meera Negi
      • Baisaheb Niharika Singh, studied at All Saints school - A versatile writer, researcher, and trainer with over a decade of experience in creative writing, research, media, and communications. Holds a Master's degree in English Literature from Barkatullah University, Bhopal, a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication from the School of Broadcasting and Communication, Mumbai, and has completed a Comprehensive Creative Writing Course from the Writer's Bureau, Manchester, United Kingdom. Has worked as a freelance writer, researcher, and director on projects spanning literature, television, advertising, public relations, social awareness campaigns, corporate communications and biographies. Known for strong research skills, creativity, adaptability and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams; married to Shriman Puneet Kumar.
    • MK Rani Saheba Rajshree Singh Deo, married to Maharajkumar Jagdeshwar Saran Singh Deo of Surguja, a voracious reader with a keen interest in royal family history, received his early education at Bishop Cotton School, Shimla, and later at The Scindia School, Gwalior. He excelled in academics and sports, serving as Head Prefect, Sports Prefect, and captain of the Cricket B Team. He earned School Colours in Cricket and Football and played alongside the late Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi during 1969–70. He also represented Palace and Tiger's U.S. Panther cricket teams. He graduated with a B.A. (Hons.) in History from Hindu College (DU) where he played cricket for the college, university, and club teams. He later attended Hamidia College, Bhopal University, and worked as a Liaison Officer with Harza/Daewoo Company
      • Rajkumar Vishweshwar Saran Singh Deo, educated at Campion School, Bhopal and The Daly College, Indore; he excelled in academics and sports before pursuing Computer Science Engineering. He worked in the IT sector with Yahoo!, specializing in system programming, mobile engineering, and global security operations as part of the Yahoo Paranoids team. He is also the co-founder of ColorsOfCraft, an initiative dedicated to empowering rural artisans of Chhattisgarh. Married Rajkumari Saheba Mandvi Kumari of Datia, educated at The Daly College, Indore, holding a degree in Tourism; presently Mahila Pradesh Adhyaksh, Congress Party; daughter of Rani Saheba Rudrapriya Kumari (of Baneria, Udaipur, Rajasthan) and Maharaj Saheb Ghanshyam Singh Ju Dev, a prominent Indian National Congress leader who served multiple terms as an MLA in Madhya Pradesh; and granddaughter of HH Maharaja Lokendra Singh Ju Dev Bahadur of Datia State (former Member of Parliament) and HH Maharani Saheba Taj Kumari (of Alwar State, Rajasthan).
      • Rajkumari Gitanjali Kumari, an accomplished Odissi dancer, she has performed at numerous venues across India and represented the country in Sri Lanka. Educated at Bal Bhavan School and St. Joseph's Convent School, Bhopal, she was a Silver Medalist in NCC camp competitions and played various sports at state levels. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in History (Hons.) and a Diploma in Advertising and PR from Welingkar Institute. A passionate animal lover and rescuer since childhood, she has dedicated herself to the care, welfare, and protection of animals throughout her life; married March 2008, Rajkumar Suryavir Singh of Idar.
        • Bhanwar Shri Hridayaansh Singh Idar
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