Meaning of Kola Payako

Kola Payako

Language - Urdu

Tamil Word - கஞ்சம் மாவட்டத்தில் உள்ள ஜமீன்தாரிகளில் ஆயுதம் ஏந்தியவர்களை பராமரிப்பதற்காக

For the maintenance of armed retainers in Zamindaris in the District of Ganjam. Example: The 'Kola Payako' lands were granted to support the upkeep of armed guards and soldiers who protected the Zamindars and their estates in the Ganjam district. This term highlights the historical need for private security forces in certain regions and the role of land grants in maintaining these forces.