Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Odia

Language: Nepali - (npi)

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Primary Religion: Buddhism - Folk

Country: Nepal

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Population: 8,700

Global Population: 8,700

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Dura of Nepal, numbering 8,700, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Odia people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. This people group is only found in Nepal. Their primary language is Nepali. The primary religion practiced by the Dura is folk Buddhism, a syncretistic blend of traditional Buddhist practices with elements of magic and superstition.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available