Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Other Dalit

Language: Nepali (individual language) - (npi)

Alternate Name(s): Dholi, Master, Karigarh, Hudke

Primary Religion: Hinduism

Country: Nepal

Also found in: India

Population: 634,000

Global Population: 698,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity

Overview: The Damai of Nepal, numbering 634,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Other Dalit people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 698,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Nepali (individual language). The primary religion practiced by the Damai is Hinduism, the predominant religious tradition of the Indian subcontinent. There are many forms of Hinduism, each with its own deities and beliefs.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available