Ravulo in India

The Ravulo have only been reported in India
Population
Main Language
Largest Religion
Christian *
Evangelical
Progress
Progress Gauge
* 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 Ravulo are a people group found in India, though detailed public information about them is limited. Their community identity has likely developed over generations through shared ancestry, local traditions, language, and regional social structures common throughout the Indian subcontinent. Smaller communities in India often preserve distinct customs through family lineage, marriage traditions, and inherited occupations while also absorbing influences from neighboring peoples and regional cultures.

Like many traditional communities, the Ravulo have likely experienced gradual social and economic changes through modernization, migration, and increased contact with urban life. Despite these changes, family loyalty and community identity often remain central to preserving cultural continuity.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The daily life of the Ravulo is likely centered around family, work, and close community relationships. In many Indian communities, extended families provide emotional, financial, and social support across generations. Respect for elders and maintaining family honor are often important cultural values.

Depending on their region, Ravulo families may work in agriculture, manual labor, local trade, animal care, small business, or seasonal employment. Rural communities frequently depend on local markets and agricultural cycles, while younger generations may pursue education or employment opportunities in larger towns and cities.

Meals commonly reflect regional Indian food traditions and may include rice, flatbreads, lentils, vegetables, dairy products, and locally prepared dishes. Festivals, weddings, and religious ceremonies are often major community events that strengthen social bonds and preserve inherited traditions.

Communities across India increasingly face pressures from economic uncertainty, modernization, and changing social expectations, especially among younger generations balancing traditional customs with contemporary life.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Ravulo are associated with Hindu religious traditions and may also retain elements of traditional folk beliefs. Hindu religious life commonly includes devotion to various gods and goddesses, temple worship, ritual ceremonies, sacred festivals, and family religious observances. In some communities, belief in spirits, ancestral influence, astrology, ritual purity, and local supernatural practices may also be present alongside mainstream Hindu practices.

Religious identity is often closely connected to cultural belonging and family tradition. Spiritual practices are commonly inherited from previous generations and reinforced through community life and ceremonial observance.

The Ravulo need the hope of the gospel and the truth that reconciliation with God comes only through Jesus Christ rather than through ritual performance, inherited religion, or spiritual tradition.


What Are Their Needs?

The Ravulo need access to biblical teaching, Scripture in understandable forms, and faithful Christian witness rooted in long-term relationships and discipleship. Many smaller communities in India still have little opportunity to hear a clear explanation of the gospel in a culturally meaningful context.

Practical needs may include education, healthcare access, stable employment opportunities, and support for families facing economic or social pressures. Rural and marginalized communities can also face challenges connected to limited infrastructure and restricted access to resources.

There is a need for mature believers who will demonstrate Christ's compassion through practical service while faithfully proclaiming biblical truth. Strong local fellowships are also needed to disciple believers and help future generations grow in Christian faith.


Prayer Items

Pray that the Ravulo people would hear the gospel clearly and come to faith in Jesus Christ.
Pray that God would raise up faithful Christian workers who will serve among the Ravulo with humility, wisdom, and perseverance.
Pray that the Ravulo would be adopted through the People Group Adoption program so that long-term prayer, discipleship, and gospel outreach would continue among them.
Pray for improved educational opportunities, provision for families, and open hearts that will respond to the truth of God's word.


Scripture Prayers for the Ravulo in India.


References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hinduism
https://www.britannica.com/place/India/People
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravula


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Ravulo
People Name in Country Ravulo
Alternate Names Raolo; Raula; Raulo; Ravulu; Rowlo; Sipiti; राउलो
Population this Country 26,000
Population all Countries 26,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale Progress Gauge
Unreached Yes
Frontier Yes
GSEC 1  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 17988
ROP3 Code 113478
Country India
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank 12  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States on file 2
Largest States
Odisha
25,000
Andhra Pradesh
200
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 12  (Open Doors top 50 rank, 1 = highest persecution ranking)
Total States 2
  Odisha 25,000
  Andhra Pradesh 200
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Estimated Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
100.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Judaism
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Sikhism
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Odia (24,000 speakers)
Ethnologue Language Code ory
Ethnologue Language Familly Indo-European
Glottolog Language Family Indo-European
Written / Published Yes   (ScriptSource Listing)
Total Languages 2
Secondary Languages
Telugu
600
Primary Language Odia (24,000 speakers)
Ethnologue Language Code ory
Ethnologue Language Familly Indo-European
Glottolog Language Family Indo-European
Written / Published Yes   (ScriptSource Listing)
Total Languages 2
Secondary Languages
  Telugu 600

Primary Language:  Odia

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1811-1956)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1809-2000)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1815-2021)
FCBH NT (www.bible.is) Online
YouVersion NT (www.bible.com) Online
Possible Print Bibles
Amazon
World Bibles
Forum Bible Agencies
National Bible Societies
World Bible Finder
Virtual Storehouse
Resource Type Resource Name Source
Audio Recordings Audio Bible teaching Global Recordings Network
Audio Recordings Online Audio Scripture Talking Bibles
Audio Recordings Oral Bible stories One Story
Film / Video God's Story video God's Story
Film / Video Indigitube.tv Video / Animation Create International
Film / Video LUMO film of Gospels Bible Media Group/LUMO
Film / Video World Christian Videos World Christian Videos
General Bible and Resources in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
General Bible and Resources in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
General Bible and Resources in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
General Bible for Children Bible for Children
General Bible in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
General Bible in text or audio or video South Asia Bibles
General Bible in text or audio or video South Asia Bibles
General Biblical answers to your questions Got Questions Ministry
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Scripture Earth Gospel resources links (Oriya) Scripture Earth
General Voice of the Martyrs resources Voice of the Martyrs
General YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio YouVersion Bibles
General Zume Training Zume Project
Mobile App Android Bible app: Odia YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Android Bible app: Odia (Oriya) / English Bible (AKJV) General / Other
Mobile App Android Bible App: Odiya Bible (ଓଡିଆ ବାଇବେଲ) Indian Revised Version (IRV) Operation Agape
Mobile App Android Bible app: Oriya Study Bible Grace Ministries and Dusty Sandals
Mobile App Android Bible Radio app: Odiya Bible Radio Shalom Design S2dio
Mobile App Children's Bible app Bible4Kidz
Mobile App Download audio Bible app as APK file Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App Download audio Bible app from Google Play Store Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App iOS Bible app: Odia YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App iOS Bible Radio App: Odiya Bible Radio iOS Revive India
Text / Printed Matter Children and youth resources One Hope
Text / Printed Matter Jesus Messiah comic book General / Other
Text / Printed Matter The Ancient Path Live Global
Text / Printed Matter tools for gospel conversations Cru
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 
Data Sources Data is compiled from various sources. Learn more.