What are some of the dynasties of historical India that we haven't even heard of?

Well there are a good many,but going with some dynasties from Telugu states of Andhra and
Telangana. While many have an idea about Satavahanas, Kakatiyas and Vijayanagar Empire, there
were many other smaller kingdoms of which not much is known.

Assaka- One of the more ancient Telugu dynasties, existing around 700–300 BCE. Considered to be
one of the 16 Mahajanapadas, it was located in the region between Godavari and Manjeera rivers. In
fact this is the only Mahajanapada, south of the Vindhyas, and it’s capital is believed to be present
day Bodhan in Telangana’s Nizamabad district.

Andhra Ikshavakus- Primarily located in the Krishna-Guntur-Nalgonda region, they were situated
along the Godavari-Krishna rivers. Their capital was Vijayapuri, which is current day
Nagarajunakonda. And it’s believed they were related to the fabled Ikshavakus dynasty. They ruled
primarily around 2nd Century BCE.
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Ravella Nayakas- Vassals of the Vijayanagara Empire, it was made up primarily of the Nayakas who
served under Musunuri Kapeeneedu, and they were considered one of the finest warriors in the
Vijayanagara Army.

Sayapaneni Nayakas- One of the 37 Kamma Nayaka clans, they too served the Vijayanagara
Kingdom, in 16th century. Ruling primarily from Dupatiseema, they went into decline after the fall of
Vijayanagara.

Pemmasani Nayakas- Ruling from the historic fort of Gandikota, they were one of the greatest
warrior clans ever. Reigning between 14th and 17th centuries, they also controlled the forts of Gutthi
and Yadaki. Known for their prowess on the battle field, they served consecutively as commanders to
the Vijayanagara Empire. Their greatest leader was Pemmasani Ramalinga Nayaka who led the
Vijayanagara Army to one of it’s greatest victories ever at Raichur under Sri Krishna Deva Raya.

Suryadevara Nayakas- Ruling from Repalle in Guntur district, they were also noted for their prowess
on the battle field. They served the Vijayanagar Kingdom and fought in various campaigns for it.
They especially played a crucial role in Sri Krishna Deva Raya’s campaigns against the Gajapatis of
Kalinga.

Reddy Dynasty- One of the larger dynasties in Andhra, again not known much outside the Telugu
states. Ruled between 1325–1448, it was founded by Prolaya Vema Reddy at Addanki in Prakasam
district. They ruled primarily over Coastal Andhra and parts of Rayalaseema. At their zenith, it
stretched from Cuttack in North to Kanchi down South and up to Srisailam. The capital was later
moved to Kondavidu and Rajamahendravaram. They built two really impregnable forts at
Kondavidu(Guntur dt) and Kondapalli( Krishna dt). They later came under the control of Vijayanagara,
and were known for their generous grants to Brahmins and Vedic scholars. Prolaya Vema Reddy built
a number of Agraharas for Brahmins all across Coastal Andhra. The famous Narasimha Temple at
Ahobilam was built by them. It was one of the best periods for Telugu and Sanskrit literature. Most
of the Reddy rulers themselves were distinguished authors and scholars. The great writers,
Yerrapragada, Srinatha and Pothana existed during this period.
Eastern Chalukyas- This was actually derived from the Badami Chalukyas, founded by Pulakesin’s brother
Vishnuvardhana, who was the Governor of the Vengi reigon. They claimed to be a Lunar dynasty, descending
directly from the Moon and ruled between 624–1189 AD. They ruled from Vengi and later
Rajamahendravaram( aka Rajahmundry). Again known for their administration and a Republican form of
Government. Telugu literature came into it’s own during this period, with Nannaya writing the first part of
Andhra Mahabharatamu. The famous Shaivite shrines at Draksharama and Bhimarama( Samalkot)

Kota Vamsa- Ruled between 9th and 12th century AD, over the Guntur and Velanadu regions between the
Krishna and Pennar rivers. Not much is really known of them.

Chagis- Claiming to be Suryavanshi Kshatriyas, ruled primarily in South Coastal Andhra between Nellore and
Krishna districts. They had capitals at Gudimetta (Prakasam), Vinukonda (Guntur) and ruled for nearly 350
years. They had their own currency. They struck alliances with the Kakatiyas, Haiheyas of Palnadu.

Velanati Chodas- Ruled between 11th-13th century, vassals of the Cholas and Western Chalukyas. Primarily
ruled over the Godavari-Krishna region. In a way they also influenced that region’s culture, and were great
patrons of art and architecture.

Ananda Gotrika- Ruled over Coastal Andhra, between 335–425 AD, from Kapotapuram, now currently in
Guntur district.

Shalankayanas- Ruled between 300 to 440 CE, from Vengi( currently Pedavegi near Eluru in West Godavari
dt). They were Brahmins basically, and their gotra name refers to Nandi. It was during their time, that Telugu
came up with a distinctive script.

Vishnukundinas- I would not call this an unknown dynasty exactly, but outside of Telugu states not many
really know of it. This was one of the larger kingdoms, which existed between 420–624 AD, and it’s capital
was at Eluru and later Amaravati. It came to an end with the conquest by Chalukyan ruler Pulakeshin II. Their
greatest ruler was Madhava Varma II, under whom it expanded along entire Coastal Andhra, and he also
conducted Asvamedha, Rajasuya yagnas. They had a very good administrative system, and were great
patrons of art and architecture. The famous Undavalli caves near Vijayawada, were built during their time.

were built during this time. As also the Biccavolu temples.

Musunuri Nayaks- They were basically the warrior chieftains in Kakatiya empire, and formed their own
independent kingdom after the fall of the Kakatiyas. Their greatest ruler was Musunuri Kapayya Nayak who
recaptured Warangal from the Tughlaqs and ruled over there.

The Musunuri Nayaks were succeeded by Recharla Nayaks, who were dominant in Telangana during the 14th
century. They ruled primarily from Devarakonda and Rachakonda in Nalgonda district. Initially they were
allied with the Bahmani Sultans against the Reddy Rajulu of Coastal Andhra who were with the Vijayanagara
Empire. However following a split, the Kondavidu Reddy Rulers allied with the Bahmanis, and the Recherlas
switched to Vijayanagara Empire