a town of Hindustan, in the ceded districts of Mysore, annexed to the Barramahal. It contains about 300 houses, and is defended by a small fort, with two reservoirs. A considerable quantity of opium is produced in the neighbourhood. It was at this place that, in 1799, the grand army assembled which overthrew the power of Tippoo Sultan. Long. 78. 5. E. Lat. 12. 35. N.