Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Mon-Khmer
Language: Nyahkur - (cbn)
Alternate Name(s): Chao Bo, Chaoban, Mon Sub-cluster
Primary Religion: Buddhism - Folk
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
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available