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According to Ajaygadh stone inscription of the time of Bhojavarman Alha belonged to the Vastavya race of Kayasthas and his ancestors were hereditary ministers under Chandella Kings.

The Kayastha clan of Vastavyas originated from Vastu( Vishwakarma ) who was residing at Takkarika , the foremost among the 36 towns, where dwelt the people of the writer's cast , and which , by the crowds of its residents, was made to resound with the chants of Vedas. One of the descendants of Vastu was Jajuka who was proficient in all the sciences and arts, and was endowed with the title of Thakkur ; and was entrusted by the invincible King Ganda with the work of superintending all the affairs of the state and for this service, to enjoy the village of Daugaud , granted to him by means of copper-plate. Jajukas descendants was Mahesvar,who assisted Kirtivarman, the crest-jewel of the princes , in the Yellow Mountain districts, and in recognition of this service, he was appointed an officer to guard the Visikha(high-road)of Kalanjar and also enjoyed the donation of the village Pipalahik. In course of time one Gangadhar was born in that family ; he was favourite counsellor of the King Paramdi who entrusted him with the high office of a chamberlain. Gangadhar's younger brother was Jaunadhar , who took delight in deeds of war and striving after final liberation. Following the path of heroes, both fought on the excellent mountain Kalanjar with showers of arrows. They had a younger brother named Maladhar who too was a great hero. In course of time was born Alha ; he was full of energy and was entrusted with the administration of guarding the streets(Pratoli).He lived happily in the fort.

However Alha, the brother of Udal was a general under Parmardi (Parmal). Thus Alha, the Kayastha, born much later, was not the same Alha.

It is well know that Alha-Udal belonged to the Banaphar clan.--Malaiya (talk) 17:42, 22 April 2008 (UTC)