Dynasty · 1459 – 1949
Marwar — the Rathore Rajas
from is the founding of Jodhpur itself by Rao Jodha in 1459, which became the Rathore state's enduring seat; Wikipedia's Marwar article separately states Rathore rule at Marwar (from Mandore) began more vaguely 'in the 13th century', too imprecise to date as an alternative year.
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- wp-jodhpur-state-founding
After restoring peace, Jodha constructed a new capital fort on a hilltop 6 miles south of Mandore named Mehrangarh. The city came to be known by his name. Thus the city of Jodhpur was settled.
- wp-marwar-accession
In 1949 Maharaja Hanwant Singh acceded to the Government of India; in 1950 Rajputana became the state of Rajasthan.