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Nagulapalli Ghatikasthala

Nagulapalli Ghatikasthala The 11th Century University of the Permadi Chiefs Established circa 1050 CE Historical Foundation The Nagulapalli Inscription reveals a sophisticated educational establishment (Ghatikasthala) flourishing under the Western Chalukyas . Unlike local temple schools, this was a regional center of higher learning supported by the Savalakkebada state revenue. 11th Century CE: University established under Western Chalukya patronage Permadi Chiefs: Direct administration and fu...
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Hiriyakalwa: The Great Canal by Pampa Permadi

The Hiriyakalwa Hydraulic Lifeline of the Savalakkebada Province • Western Chalukya Empire Commissioned 1057 CE • Ramesvaram Inscription Historical Record & Scope The 1057 CE Ramesvaram Inscription immortalizes the Hiriyakalwa (Great Canal) as a monumental state-sponsored hydraulic project. In the hybrid linguistic landscape of the era, Hiriya (Great) and Kalwa (Canal) denoted a massive trans-regional arterial waterway designed to transform the entire Savalakkebada province. This engineering marvel diverted the Manjira River from the north, creating an economic lifeline for three major administrative divisions, supporting agriculture, education, and regional stability ...

Alampur

Hatampura: The Sacred Core of Ayaje-300 Alampuram (Hemalapuram/Hatampuram) is a town situated in Jogulamba Gadwal district in the Indian state of Telangana. Hatampura (modern Alampur) served as the spiritual and administrative anchor for the Aize-300 or  Ayaje-300 division under Kollipake-7000 division. Its location was strategically and religiously unique, situated at the confluence of the Tungabhadra and Krishna rivers. The River Barrier: As you noted, the Tungabhadra acted as a natural boundary. While modern Kurnool Town sits on the southern bank, Hatampura (Alampur) sits on the northern bank. The Border of Districts: This river didn't just separate modern towns; it often served as the dividing line between Ayaje-300 (to the north) and the Kanne-300 or Naruvadi-500 regions (to the south and east). Accessibility: Despite the river, the places were within "easy reach," making Alampur the primary urban and religious destination for people living in the Kannesima (Kann...