Daudpotra in Pakistan

The Daudpotra have only been reported in Pakistan
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Largest Religion
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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 Muslim Daudpotra people have a storied history in Pakistan, with roots tracing back to the ancient ruling classes of the region. Historically, they held significant influence as landowners and tribal leaders, particularly in the Punjab and Sindh provinces. Over time, their role in society has evolved, yet they continue to maintain their cultural heritage and traditions.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Muslim Daudpotra community primarily resides in rural areas, where agriculture remains their main livelihood. They cultivate crops and manage livestock, relying on the fertile lands of Punjab and Sindh. Family and community bonds hold great importance, with extended families often living together and supporting one another. Despite economic challenges, they work hard to provide for their families and value education for their children.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Muslim Daudpotra follow Sunni Islam, which shapes their religious and social lives. They diligently observe Islamic practices, including daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and celebrating Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Local mosques serve as central points for worship and community gatherings, where religious leaders offer spiritual guidance and lead communal prayers.

Like most rural Pakistanis, the Daudpotra rely on the spirit world since they view Allah as too distant to help them with practical needs.


What Are Their Needs?

Poverty affects many Daudpotra families, hindering their ability to improve their living standards. They need better educational infrastructure and resources to ensure their children can pursue education. Access to reliable healthcare services is also crucial, and they are seldom available in rural Pakistan.


Prayer Points

Pray for the Daudpotra people to have their medical and educational needs met.
Pray for the Daudpotra people to experience a record high harvest this year and that they will embrace God as their loving provider.
Pray for dedicated workers to go to the Daudpotra people of Pakistan.
Pray for the Lord to give dreams to Daudpotra elders and family leaders that will draw them to the only savior.


Scripture Prayers for the Daudpotra in Pakistan.


References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daudpotra
https://www.jatland.com/home/Daodpotra


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Daudpotra
People Name in Country Daudpotra
Alternate Names दौदपोत्रा (मुस्लिम ट्रेडिशन्स)
Population this Country 123,000
Population all Countries 123,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 2
PeopleID3 19440
ROP3 Code 115572
Country Pakistan
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 7  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States on file 2
Largest States
Punjab
121,000
Sindh
2,500
Country Pakistan
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 7  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States 2
  Punjab 121,000
  Sindh 2,500
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Islam
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
0.00 %
Islam
100.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest Pakistan census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Saraiki (76,000 speakers)
Language Code skr   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 6
Secondary Languages
Marwari (Pakistan)
31,000
Urdu
6,400
Punjabi, Western
3,100
Sindhi
2,300
Bagri
1,400
Primary Language Saraiki (76,000 speakers)
Language Code skr   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 6
Secondary Languages
  Marwari (Pakistan) 31,000
  Urdu 6,400
  Punjabi, Western 3,100
  Sindhi 2,300
  Bagri 1,400
People Groups Speaking Saraiki
Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project  
Profile Source Joshua Project 
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