Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Other Tribal

Language: Riang - (ria)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Hinduism - Folk

Country: India

Also found in: Bangladesh

Population: 236,000

Global Population: 236,650

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical

Overview: The Riang of India, numbering 236,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Other Tribal people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 236,650 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Riang. The primary religion practiced by the Riang is folk Hinduism, characterized by local traditions and cults of local deities worshiped at the community level.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available