Hanabar in India


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Largest Religion
Christian
Evangelical
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* Data can be from various sources including official census, agencies, and local research. Data from these sources can sometimes differ even by orders of magnitude. Joshua Project attempts to present a conservative, balanced estimate.

Introduction / History

The Hanabar people in India have a background deeply connected to agriculture and traditional crafts. They primarily speak Tulu and Kannada, the latter being the primary language of Karnataka.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Hanabar people live in rural villages, focusing on farming and small-scale craftsmanship. They grow crops such as rice, millet and vegetables. Their communities emphasize strong family bonds and mutual support. Their diet includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food, featuring staples like rice, lentils, vegetables and meat. Traditional dishes such as bisi bele bath (a rice and lentil dish) and chicken curry are common in their meals. Weddings among the Hanabar are elaborate, involving Hindu rituals like the exchange of garlands, sacred fire ceremonies, and celebrations with music and dance.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Hanabar people practice Hinduism, worshiping various deities and observing numerous religious rituals and festivals such as Diwali, Ugadi, and Dussehra. Their belief system emphasizes values like dharma (duty), karma (actions and consequences), and ahimsa (non-violence). They honor their ancestors through rituals and ceremonies, ensuring the transmission of their religious and cultural traditions across generations.


What Are Their Needs?

The Hanabar people need better access to quality education to provide more opportunities for their children. Improved healthcare services are essential due to the limited availability of medical facilities and high rates of preventable diseases. Economic support through modern agricultural techniques, market access and vocational training can enhance their livelihoods. Infrastructure development, including better roads, clean water supplies and reliable electricity, will greatly benefit the Hanabar community.


Prayer Points

Pray for the Hanabar people to have hearts that are open to the abundant blessings of Jesus Christ.
Pray for their families to prosper financially and spiritually as they experience a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Pray for a Disciple Making Movement among the Hanabar that will spread joy, peace, and salvation to other peoples.


Scripture Prayers for the Hanabar in India.


References

Cultural Traditions of Karnataka, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, 2017.
Sharma, B.K., "Agricultural Practices in Southern India," Mittal Publications, 2012.
"Rural Development in India," Ministry of Rural Development, Government of Ind


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Hanabar
People Name in Country Hanabar
Alternate Names Anabaru; Atanabaru; Krishna Golla; Krisnagolla; हानबार
Population this Country 86,000
Population all Countries 86,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
GSEC 1  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed 2
PeopleID3 16906
ROP3 Code 112202
Country India
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 11  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States on file 4
Largest States
Karnataka
82,000
Maharashtra
3,300
Goa
800
Delhi
90
Districts Interactive map, listing and data download
Specialized Website South Asia Peoples
Country India
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 11  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States 4
  Karnataka 82,000
  Maharashtra 3,300
  Goa 800
  Delhi 90
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
100.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Tulu (30,000 speakers)
Language Code tcy   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 5
Secondary Languages
Kannada
24,000
Konkani, Goan
19,000
Marathi
1,300
Konkani
1,100
Primary Language Tulu (30,000 speakers)
Language Code tcy   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 5
Secondary Languages
  Kannada 24,000
  Konkani, Goan 19,000
  Marathi 1,300
  Konkani 1,100
People Groups Speaking Tulu
Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project.  
Profile Source Joshua Project 
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