Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Other Tribal

Language: Dzongkha - (dzo)

Alternate Name(s): Bhote

Primary Religion: Buddhism - Folk

Country: Nepal

Also found in: Bhutan; India

Population: 31,500

Global Population: 282,900

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Bhotia of Nepal, numbering 31,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Other Tribal people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 282,900 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Dzongkha. The primary religion practiced by the Bhotia is folk Buddhism, a syncretistic blend of traditional Buddhist practices with elements of magic and superstition.

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