Birpal

Birpal was the first king of Chutia kingdom. His real name was Birbar, and he claimed descent from the legendary Bhishmak. He worshipped the Hindu god Kuber as the chief deity. He reigned in 1187, ruling over 60 families with his capital on a hill called Swarnagiri and assumed the title of Gayapal. The surname 'Pal' is possible imitation of the Pala dynasty of Kamarupa. He was succeeded by his son Sonagiri assuming the title of Gaurinarayan. .