The end of Pratihar rule was the beginning for Chawda dynasty. Their capital  Ahilyapatak  (Ahilyavaad) was established under new name as New Pattan (presently Patan). Before that during Maitrak period, Chaap dynasty (another name of chawda) ruled over Gurjardesh. Even in Vadhvan, Diu & Dwarka there were few rulers of same dynasty.

They were also known as Chapotkat or Chawda. In addition to this there was Chawda rule in Saurashtra and Kachchh. Thus rulers of Chawda dynasty played an important role in the history of Gujarat, during "Maitrak" and post "Maitrak" era. Read more...