2nd century

In the 2nd century CE, Kollapur was still a rural, forested region without any known urban development. It was likely part of the larger Satavahana Empire, which ruled over much of the Deccan Plateau, including present-day Telangana. Here's what we know and can reasonably infer about what happened in Kollapur during that time:

?️ 1. Still Under Satavahana Rule

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  The Satavahana dynasty remained powerful throughout the 2nd century.

  
  


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  Vashishtiputra Pulumavi (c. 130–160 CE) and other Satavahana rulers controlled the Deccan region, including Kollapur.

  
  


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  The empire’s administration reached even remote regions through local chieftains (mahabhojas or feudatories).

  
  

? 2. Agrarian and Tribal Life

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  Kollapur likely remained a village-based or tribal society, relying on:

  
  
  
  
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    Agriculture (supported by the Krishna River)

    
    
  
  
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    Cattle herding

    
    
  
  
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    Fishing and forest resources

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  It was not yet an organized town or religious center.

  
  

? 3. Religious Spread – Buddhism & Early Hinduism

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  The Satavahanas patronized both Buddhism and Brahmanical Hinduism.

  
  


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  While no direct Buddhist structures are found in Kollapur, nearby areas like Nagarjunakonda and Amaravati saw major religious growth.

  
  


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  These cultural developments likely influenced Kollapur through traveling monks, traders, or artisans.

  
  

?️ 4. No Known Monuments or Records in Kollapur

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  There are no inscriptions or temples from Kollapur in the 2nd century CE.

  
  


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  The town itself gained prominence much later, especially in the medieval and modern periods.

  
  

⚖️ 5. Indirect Participation in Satavahana Economy

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  Kollapur may have served as a minor trade route or agrarian node under Satavahana control.

  
  


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  The Satavahanas maintained a coinage system and trade networks that reached even smaller areas indirectly.