Bid district has a long history of many rulers and kingdoms. In ancient era, this city was called as "Champavati nagari". The city still proudly shows some old monuments showing the signs of past glory in the form of many city entry doors (called Ves in local language) and city protection walls.
Till 19th century, this part of Marathwad was under NIZAM monarchy, but later included into Indian republic after a fierce struggle between Indian freedom fighters and Nizam soldiers.
