BATYR KHAN KAYIPULY

Batyr Kayipuly (the date of birth is unknown - 1771) was a sultan, khan (Alimuly) of Small Zhuz (1748-1771). He was the descendant of Zhadik-Sultan.

He received education in Bukhara. In 1728 Batyr Kayipuly ruled by Khiva Khanate for some time. In 1723-1729 he headed an armed wing consisting of soldiers from Zhekty tribe. During this period Batyr Kayipuly was the main rivals of Abulkhair Khan.

In December 1731 he took up Russian allegiance and at the same time he supported relations with Dzungaria. In October 1748 he was elected Khan by all the chiefs of Shekty, Shomekey, Bozgyl and Karasakal tribes. Bit Russia did not recognize him.

In 1750-1760 he set up friendly relations with the khans of Central Asia.

In 1771 Batyr Khan Kyipuly died in his residence.

Source: Kazakhstan, National Encyclopedia, Volume 1.