Saturday, 3 May 2025

"The Pawar Rajput’s: An Historical Journey from Malwa to Central India""


The Pawar Rajputs: A Historical Journey from Malwa to Central India

Author: Rajesh Barange Pawar
MS Pharm Medicinal Chemistry, India
Email: rajeshbarange00@gmail.com
 Betul, Madhya Pradesh, India

The Pawar caste, also known as Panwar, Bhoyar, or Bhoyar Pawar, is a Hindu community that holds a significant presence in Central India, particularly in the districts of Betul, Chhindwara, and Wardha. Rooted in the Kshatriya varna of the Hindu Vedic Varna system, the Pawars trace their lineage back to the Agnivansha branch of Kshatriyas, believed to have originated around 2,500 years before the Common Era (BCE).

According to genealogists (bhatt/rao), the Pawars are descendants of a confederacy of 72 Kshatriya clans,

This group of Rajputs migrated from Malwa to Satpura and Vidarbha between the 15th and 17th centuries. Over time, these clans evolved into gotras, eventually leading to the formation of the Pawar caste.

Role in Malwa’s History

In the historical context of Malwa, the Pawars played a crucial role in the Parmar dynasty, serving as military chieftains, commanders, and soldiers, contributing significantly to the strength and reputation of the Parmar rulers. They were renowned for their bravery and constituted a formidable force. Their martial skills and allegiance were key factors in maintaining the strength of the Parmar state.

A Turning Point: Defeat by Alauddin Khilji

A pivotal moment in Pawar Rajput history was their migration following the defeat in 1305 against Alauddin Khilji, the Muslim Sultan of Delhi. This historic loss prompted the Pawars to cross the Narmada River and settle in Betul, Chhindwara, and Wardha regions.

Some historical accounts suggest that before settling in these regions, the Pawars resided in eastern Malwa—areas like Shajapur, Shujalpur, Sehore, and Dewas—for approximately 300 years.

New Identity in New Lands

In their new territories, the Pawars established themselves as agriculturists and continued their martial traditions. They are known as:

  • "Kshatriya Pawar" or simply "Pawar" or "Panwar" in Betul and Chhindwara, and

  • "Bhoyar Pawar" or "Bhoyar" in Wardha.

The name "Bhoyar" is associated with their initial settlement in Bhorgarh fort, which later became a part of their identity. During the early 20th century, efforts were made to revert to the original and traditional name "Pawar" as a mark of pride and cultural preservation.

REFERENCES

  1. Panwar Samaj: Ek Sinhavlokan (1984), Dr. Dyneshwar Tembhare, Panwar Sandesh, pp. 16–18.

  2. Panwar Kul Dardhan (1985), In Krishnarav Balaji Panwar (Ed.), Panwar Sandesh, pp. 21–22.

  3. Bhojpatra (1986), In Pannalal Bisen (Ed.), Bhojpatra, pp. 12–14.

  4. Avasthi, Manju (1995), Balaghat jile ki jan boliyo ka bhashavaigyanik avam sanskritik Adhyayan.

  5. Genealogy author: Madansingh ji Morsingh Barwaji, Mu. Singapura Post- Galwa, Via Kosithal, District- Bhilwara, Rajasthan (Available in Patrika published by Bhopal Pawar Samaj Sangthan).

  6. Dr. Dyneshwar Tembhare (2014), Pawari Gyandeep (2nd ed.), Himalaya Publishing House, Mumbai.

  7. Vallabh Dongre (2013), Sikho Sabak Pawaro, Satpuda Sanskriti Sansthan, Bhopal.

  8. Ramkishor Pawar, Pushtak Mera Betul (2022), BFC Publications.

  9. Singh, K. S. (1998), India's Communities, Anthropological Survey of India.

  10. Singh, K. S. (1996), Communities, Segments, Synonyms, Surnames and Titles, Anthropological Survey of India, p. 1155.

  11. Rajesh Barange Pawar, https://rajeshbarange.blogspot.com

  12. Genealogy author: Rajkumar Saroth, Umaranala, Chhindwara, M.P.

This account of the Pawar Rajput community is a tribute to their valor, migration, cultural transformation, and continued legacy in Central India. The journey from royal guardians of Malwa to agrarian warriors of Satpura is a testament to the enduring strength and identity of the Pawars.


वर्तमान पवार गोत्र (उदाहरण):

  • पंवारो के उपनाम

    • पवार (७२ कुल) :

    1.      गिरहारे/गिरारे

    2.      पराड़कर/ परिहार/

    3.      खरपुसे, (केवल छिंदवाड़ा)

    4.      बड़नगरे/ नागरे/ बन्नागरे

    5.      घाघरे,

    6.      छेरके, शेरके (छिंदवाड़ा)

    7.      कडवे

    8.      पाठे, पाठा / पाठेकर

    9.      डोंगरदिये/ डोंगरे

    10.  धारफोड/ धारपूरे

    11.  चौधरी,

    12.  माटे/माटेकर

    13.  फरकाड़े

    14.  गाडगे

    15.  ढोटे/धोटे

    16.  देशमुख,

    17.  खौसी/खावसी/कौशिक/खवसी/खवसे

    18.  डिगरसे/दिगरसे/ दिग्रसे

    19.  भादे/भादेकर

    20.  बारंगा/ बारंगे

    21.  राऊत,

    22.  काटोले/गघड़े/गद्रे

    23.  दुखी/दूर्वे

    24.  किंकर/किनकर

    25.  रबडे,

    26.  कसाई/कसलीकर,

    27.  मनमाडे/मानमुडे

    28.  सवाई,

    29.  गोरे,

    30.  डाला/डहारे

    31.  उकार/ओमकार

    32.  उघडे,

    33.  करदाते/दाते

    34.  करंजकर/किरंजकर

    35.  कामडी,

    36.  कालभूत/कालभोर,

    37.  कोडले/कोरडे

    38.  हिंगवे /हिंगवा

    39.  खपरिये/ खपरे,

    40.  गाडरे,

    41.  गाकरे/गाखरे

    42.  गोहिते/गोहते

    43.  चिकाने,

    44.  चोपडे,

    45.  टोपलें,

    46.  ढोले,

    47.  ढोबले/ढोबारे

    48.  डंढारे,

    49.  देवासे,

    50.  ढोंडी

    51.  नाडीतोड,

    52.  पठाडे,

    53.  पिंजारे/ पिंजरकर

    54.  बरखाडे,

    55.  बिरगाडे,

    56.  बारबोहरे,

    57.  गोंनदिया

    58.  बैगने,

    59.  बोबडे,

    60.  भोभटकर

    61.  बुवाड़े/बोवाड़े

    62.  ठवरी

    63.  मुने/मुन्ने

    64.  रमधम

    65.  ठुस्सी

    66.  रोडले

    67.  लबाड,

    68.  लाडके,

    69.  लोखंडे,

    70.  सवाई,

    71.  सरोदे

    72.  हजारे

    other

    73.  Bisen (in Chhindwada)




    • कुछ लोग अपने उपनाम की जगह पंवार या पवार भी लगााते है।

    ( पंवारो के यह ७२ उपनाम राजपूत सैनिक सरदारों के नाम/पदनाम/पदवी/संकेतित नाम है )


कुलों की इस संगठित संरचना ने उन्हें नए क्षेत्रों में एक नई सामाजिक और आर्थिक शक्ति के रूप में स्थापित किया।

5इस विरासत के तीन सबसे महत्वपूर्ण स्तंभों को सदैव स्मरण रखें:

  • अग्निवंशी क्षत्रिय गौरव: 2,500 ईसा पूर्व से निरंतर चली आ रही प्राचीन वंशावली।
  • 72 कुलों की एकता: विभिन्न राजपूत शाखाओं का एक संगठित और अटूट महासंघ।
  • अनुकूलन की क्षमता: समय के अनुसार स्वयं को योद्धा से कुशल भूमि स्वामी (जमींदार) के रूप में सफलतापूर्वक परिवर्तित करना।

यह इतिहास केवल बीते हुए कल की कथा नहीं है, बल्कि आपकी पहचान और भविष्य की एकता का आधार है। अपनी जड़ों को जानें, ताकि आप एक मजबूत भविष्य का निर्माण कर सकें।

भोयर समाज के इतिहास, वंशावली, भाषा, संस्कृति एवं सामाजिक दस्तावेजीकरण के लिए समर्पित

About the Authors

Shivani Pawar

Researcher – Bhoyari / Pawari Language, Folk Culture and Satpuda Regional Studies
Co-Editor, Writer & Contributor – Maa Tapti Shodh Sansthan, Multai, Betul & Pawari Shodh Patrika

Shivani Pawar works on the documentation and preservation of the Pawari/Bhoyari language, Pawari folk songs, and oral traditions of the Bhoyar Pawar community. Her research focuses on the cultural heritage of the Satpuda region, including Betul traditions, and the historical connections of Pawar lineage with Malwa and Rajputana.

📧 Email: barkhede.shivani@gmail.com

Rajesh Barange Pawar

Independent Researcher | Bhoyari / Pawari Language Researcher | Pawar Community History | Rajasthan–Malwa–Satpuda Regional Studies
Founder & Director – Maa Tapti Shodh Sansthan, Multai, Betul
Chief Editor – Pawari Shodh Patrika

Rajesh Barange Pawar researches the Bhoyari/Pawari language, Pawar community history, the 72 gotras of the Pawar community, and the cultural traditions of the Satpuda region. His work explores the historical connections between the Pawar (Parmar/Panwar) lineage of Malwa and Rajputana and their migration and settlement in Betul and surrounding Satpuda regions, including traditions associated with Maa Tapti.

🌐 Blog: https://rajeshbarange.blogspot.com/
🌐 Pawari Shodh Patrika: https://sites.google.com/view/pawarishodhpatrika/home
📧 Email: rajeshbarange00@gmail.com

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