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Velanati Durjayas | |
|---|---|
| 1076–1216 | |
| Capital | Chandole, Velanadu |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Government | Monarchy |
| History | |
• Established | 1076 |
• Disestablished | 1216 |
The Velanati Chodas, also known as the Velanati Durjayas and Velanadu chiefs, were a Telugu dynasty that ruled parts of Andhra Pradesh during the 12th century. They served as tributaries to the Later Cholas and the Western Chalukyas, governing the region of Kammanadu in the erstwhile Guntur district.
At the height of their power, the Velanati Chodas ruled over Venginadu, located between the Krishna and Godavari rivers. They were Telugu speakers and claimed descent from Durjaya, a legendary chieftain of ancient Andhra, earning them the title of Durjayas of Velanadu. Rajendra Choda II, one of their rulers, assumed the title "Durjayakulaprakasa."[1] As they owed allegiance to the Later Cholas, they added "Choda" to their names as an honorific.[2]
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