Kalyanpur (Sardarshahar) | Jagir | Historic Thikana | Rajpurohit

The origins of the Kalyanpur jagir trace back to the Sewad Rajpurohit lineage, a distinguished community historically entrusted with the duties of royal priesthood, diplomacy, and counsel in Rajput courts. Within this community, the Kanot sub-clan emerged as one of the most respected branches, noted for their learning, valor, and proximity to the Bikaner rulers.

Maharaja Gaj Singhji (reigned 1746–1787 CE) granted the estate of Kalyanpur to Tikai Gumani Singhji as a token of royal favor and recognition of faithful service rendered by his forefathers. The grant marked a continuation of the Kanot family’s hereditary connection to the Bikaner durbar (court). Over time, Kalyanpur developed into a prosperous thikana that managed several subordinate villages and jagirs in the surrounding region.

The Thakar (lord) of the Kalyanpur thikana bore the hereditary title “Sonanaresh” or “Sonanavesh”, symbolizing the family's honor and sovereignty within the feudal hierarchy.

There were other kurabs also granted by state such as Hathi ri sawari ro kurab, Kot kangura ro kurab, along with tazim kurab.

In addition to their noble status, the Thakars served as the Rajpurohits (royal priests) of the Bikaner princely state, presiding over important religious ceremonies, coronations, and state rituals.

The family’s influence extended to the Jagirs of Lodhsar, Peelwa, and portions of Hiyadesar and Badi Sawai, which were placed under their jurisdiction and protection.

The Kanot Rajpurohits trace their descent from Kan Singhji, a revered ancestor noted for his scholarship and service to the early Bikaner rulers. Later Tikai Hariram ji, and Tikai Chaturbhuj ji also played significant role in the state and were granted with Lodhsar jagir. Tikai Gumani Singhji, recieved this jagir in 1784 C.E.

Subsequent generations of the Kalyanpur Thakars maintained close ties with the Bikaner royal court, serving as advisors, custodians, and patrons of learning and culture. Members of the family were known for their contributions to local governance.

Being the patwi (senior most) seat of Kanot and Rajpurohits of Bikaner state, the legacy of the Kalyanpur Thikana continues to hold historical and cultural importance in the Bikaner region. The Kanot Rajpurohit family remains recognized as the traditional Rajpurohits of the Bikaner royal house, their contribution in administration and participation in ceremonial duties.

Tikai ji ri haveli, Thakur ji ro Mindar, well, Tikai Hatti singh ji ri chatrai and other historical constructions were also made in the village. 

Other jagirs under the Tikayat of kalyanpur are—Lodhsar, Peelwa, Hiyadesar, and Badi Sawai—retain remnants of their feudal past in the form of havelis, temples, and land grants, many of which bear inscriptions and documents reflecting the administrative and religious functions of the Thakar.

Even after the abolition of the jagir system following Indian independence, descendants of the Kalyanpur Thakar continue to be regarded with esteem in regional history and among Rajpurohit communities across Rajasthan. Their story exemplifies the unique synthesis of religious authority and feudal governance characteristic of the Rajput-era socio-political order.

• Bikaner Princely State

• Sewad Rajpurohit Community

• Kanot Sub-Clan

• Feudal Estates (Thikanas) of Rajasthan