Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples

People Cluster: South Himalayan

Language: Sunwar - (suz)

Alternate Name(s): Sunwar

Primary Religion: Hinduism

Country: India

Also found in: Nepal

Population: 38,000

Global Population: 160,000

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Sunuwar of India, numbering 38,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the South Himalayan people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 160,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Sunwar. The primary religion practiced by the Sunuwar is Hinduism, the predominant religious tradition of the Indian subcontinent. There are many forms of Hinduism, each with its own deities and beliefs.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available