Gadra in Pakistan

The Gadra have only been reported in Pakistan
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Main Language
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

Gadra history is rooted in the Sindh region of Pakistan. Historically, they worked as agriculturalists and laborers, contributing to the rural economy. Over time, they have preserved their cultural heritage while adapting to modern societal changes. They have a small population and they speak Sindhi.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Gadra people now live primarily in rural areas where they engage in agriculture and livestock rearing. They cultivate crops and tend to animals, relying on these activities for their livelihood.

Despite economic hardships, they prioritize strong family bonds and community support. Education remains a challenge, but they strive to provide their children with basic schooling. The Gadra community often gathers for cultural and social events, reinforcing their sense of identity and solidarity.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Gadra people practice Islam, with Sunni Islam being the predominant sect. Their faith deeply influences their daily lives and traditions. They observe Islamic rituals such as the five daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and celebrating Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Local mosques serve as important centers for worship and community gatherings, where religious leaders offer spiritual guidance and lead communal prayers.


What Are Their Needs?

The Gadra community faces significant challenges, including limited access to quality education, healthcare and economic opportunities. Many families live in poverty, struggling to improve their living conditions. They need better educational infrastructure and resources to ensure their children receive a quality education. Access to reliable healthcare services is also crucial, along with initiatives that create sustainable economic opportunities to uplift their community.


Prayer Points

Pray for their needs to be met in such a way they will give God the glory.
Pray for the Lord to give Gadra farmers a record crop this year as a testimony of his power and love.
Pray for Gadra family leaders to have dreams of the risen Christ that will open their hearts to seeking Jesus.
Pray for loving workers.


Scripture Prayers for the Gadra in Pakistan.


References

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Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Gadra
People Name in Country Gadra
Alternate Names गद्रा
Population this Country 43,000
Population all Countries 43,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 19444
ROP3 Code 115607
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)
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 1
  Balochistan 43,000
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 Sindhi (26,000 speakers)
Language Code snd   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 6
Secondary Languages
Balochi, Southern
13,000
Urdu
900
Brahui
800
Jadgali
500
Saraiki
200
Primary Language Sindhi (26,000 speakers)
Language Code snd   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 6
Secondary Languages
  Balochi, Southern 13,000
  Urdu 900
  Brahui 800
  Jadgali 500
  Saraiki 200
People Groups Speaking Sindhi

Primary Language:  Sindhi

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1825-1981)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1890-1992)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1954)
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Film / Video Indigitube.tv Video / Animation Create International
Film / Video Jesus Film: view in Sindhi Jesus Film Project
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Film / Video The Hope Video Mars Hill Media
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Mobile App Android Bible app: Sindhi YouVersion Bibles
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Text / Printed Matter Literacy primer for Sindhi Literacy & Evangelism International
Text / Printed Matter Topical Scripture booklets and Bible studies World Missionary Press
Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project  
Profile Source Joshua Project 
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