In the Sangam age this region was ruled by Mazhavar King Kolli Mazhavan.
Sangam poet Avvaiyar had cordial relations with the Mazhavar chieftains, including Athiyamān Nedumān Añci of Thagadoor and Valvil Ori of Kollimalai.
Their leader was awarded the title of Ranavijaya Oppilla Mazhavaraya by a ruler of Vijayanagara Kingdom, under whom they served, for defeating certain Prathaparudran.
[4][5] Punavasal Zamin is located in Peravurani taluk in Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu.
In 1879, the zamin, which had an area of 2527 acres, was paid to the Government at 350 rupees 15 annas 7 paise.