Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Mon-Khmer

Language: Nyahkur - (cbn)

Alternate Name(s): Chaoban, Chao Bo

Primary Religion: Buddhism - Folk Buddhism

Country: Thailand

Also found in:

Population: 1,500

Global Population: 1,500

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Nyahkur of Thailand, numbering 1,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Mon-Khmer people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. This people group is only found in Thailand. Their primary language is Nyahkur. The primary religion practiced by the Nyahkur is Folk Buddhism, a syncretistic blend of traditional Buddhist practices with elements of magic and superstition.

Bible Translations: Available

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Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available