Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples
Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Other Tribal
Language: Chakma - (ccp)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Buddhism - Folk Buddhism
Country: Bangladesh
Also found in: India
Population: 450,000
Global Population: 663,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Dispersed CP Activity
Overview: The Chakma of Bangladesh, numbering 450,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Other Tribal people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 663,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Chakma. The primary religion practiced by the Chakma is Folk Buddhism, a syncretistic blend of traditional Buddhist practices with elements of magic and superstition.
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