Overview

The Kanot is a Rajpurohit sub-clan descending from Kan Singh Ji Farsaramot. Members of this lineage adopted the title Kanot in honor of their ancestor. The Kanots have historically played a prominent role in the political and military affairs of the Bikaner Kingdom, located in present-day Rajasthan, India.

Historical Significance

The Kanot clan held 14 prominent jagirs (feudal land grants) under the Bikaner state and were recognized as Tikayats, a noble title denoting their elevated status within the royal hierarchy. They were often appointed to key administrative and military positions, most notably that of the Commander-in-Chief of the Bikaner armed forces. These villages are:

Hiyadesar
Kalyanpur (Patwi, granted to his great-grandson Tikai Gumani singhji)
Desalsar (granted to his son Harnath ji)
Rasisar (granted to his great-grandson Lunkarn)
Dhirdesar (granted to his great-grandson Badridas ji)
Kotadi (granted to his grandson, Ranchhoddas ji)
Deha
Aadsar (granted to his grandson Jagrup ji)
Badi Sawai
Sajansar (granted to his son Vitthaldas ji)
Hirajsar
Kuntalsar (granted to his son Maheshdas ji)
Lodhsar (granted to his grandson Tikai Chaturbhuj ji)
Pilwo (inherited to his son Tikai Hariram ji)

Notable Figures

Several distinguished warriors and nobles emerged from the Kanot lineage, known for their service, loyalty, and valor. Among them are:

Harnath Ji
Tikai Chaturbhuj ji
Tikai Gumani Singhji
Rughnath Ji
Jagram Ji
Jethmal Ji
Jawan Ji
Shimbhuram Ji
Jagrup Ji
Tikai Shivnath Singhji
Tikai Bhairon SInghji

These individuals are remembered for their contributions to the defense and expansion of the Bikaner state, as well as for their roles in the internal governance of the region.

Legacy

The Kanot clan is regarded as one of the influential noble houses of the Bikaner princely state. Their enduring legacy is preserved in regional folklore, family genealogies, and historical records pertaining to the Rajputana region.

List of all Clan Branch of the Rajpurohit Community

Akherajot

Rajawat

Kishandasot

Pindiya

Mulrajot/Mulawat

Damawat

Chawandiya

Kanot

Khetawat

Narawat

Ajariya

Silora