Begun

Begun is a city and a municipality in Chittaurgarh district in the state of Rajasthan, India. Begun was offered along with Gothlai to Chunda ji, who renounced his right to the throne for his brother Rana Mokal in 15th century. Since then, Begun was ruled by Chundawat Sisodia Rajputs of Mewar. It is also one of the historical towns of Chittorgarh district. One of Mewar's important rivers, Brahmani, flows through Begun. Begun also has a fort which is surrounded by a small river.

For Begun farmer's movement see Begun movement. For people with Begun surname see Begun (surname).
Begun
city
Begun
Location in Rajasthan, India
Begun
Begun (India)
Coordinates: 24.98°N 75.0°E / 24.98; 75.0
Country India
StateRajasthan
DistrictChittaurgarh
Founded byChunda ji
Government
  MLAShree Rajendra Singh Bidhuri
Elevation
412 m (1,352 ft)
Population
 (2001)
  Total19,333
Languages
  OfficialHindi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
312023
Telephone code01474
Vehicle registration09
Websitewww.fortbegu.com
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