Baori in India

The Baori have only been reported in India
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Introduction / History

The Baori are described as a nomadic group who were once associated with criminal activities. This community has three occupational divisions: the Kapadia, who sell old and used garments; the Magnia, who subsist by begging; and the Chatnia, who beg and eat discarded food. All of them have low status.


What Are Their Lives Like?

Today, the Baori people primarily live in rural and semi-urban areas, engaging in trades such as animal husbandry, small-scale farming, and traditional crafts. Many families keep livestock and grow crops like millet and wheat. Their communities are tightly-knit, with a strong emphasis on family and community support. Despite facing economic challenges and limited access to modern amenities, the Baori maintain a vibrant cultural life, marked by traditional music, dance and storytelling.

The Baori people stand out due to their nomadic heritage, unique dialect, and traditional crafts. Their extensive knowledge of animal husbandry and trading practices sets them apart from neighboring communities. Barriers to outsiders interacting with the Baori include their strong adherence to traditional customs, geographic mobility, and language differences. Additionally, their tight-knit community structure and cautious approach to external influences can limit interactions with outsiders.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Baori people practice Hinduism, the ancient religion of India. Hinduism is a catch-all phrase for the local religions of South Asia, so it is very diverse. At the popular level, Hindus worship and serve the gods of the Hindu pantheon. They visit Hindu temples and offer prayers, food, flowers, and incense to their gods in hopes of gaining protection and benefits. They do not have a personal or familial relationship with their gods like Christians or Jews. There are other Hindus who are much more philosophical, especially among the Brahmins.

Almost all Hindus participate in yearly celebrations like Holi, the festival of colors and the start of spring / Diwali, the festival of lights / Navratri, the celebration of autumn / and Rama Navami, Rama’s birthday.


What Are Their Needs?

The Baori do not trust outsiders. Because of their lifestyle, it may be difficult for Christian workers to have contact with these people.


Prayer Points

Pray Baori Christian believers would be properly taught the truths of Scripture. Pray they would learn and practice the ways of Christ. Pray for constructive and productive ways for the Baori people to provide for their families. Pray for the Lord to take the Baori people from despair to a place where they are productive members of Indian society, for the glory of his name. Pray they would make schooling for their children a priority.


Scripture Prayers for the Baori in India.


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Baori
People Name in Country Baori
Pronunciation BOW-rree
Alternate Names Babri; Banpari; Bauri; Bavri; Janglia; Sendmar; Van Baoria; Van Vagria; बावरी
Population this Country 434,000
Population all Countries 434,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
GSEC 5  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed 9
PeopleID3 16326
ROP3 Code 111460
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 9
Largest States
Rajasthan
428,000
Punjab
4,700
Gujarat
600
Maharashtra
400
Assam
200
Bihar
200
Madhya Pradesh
100
West Bengal
60
Jharkhand
30
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 9
  Rajasthan 428,000
  Punjab 4,700
  Gujarat 600
  Maharashtra 400
  Assam 200
  Bihar 200
  Madhya Pradesh 100
  West Bengal 60
  Jharkhand 30
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.03 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
93.45 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
6.53 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Hindi (111,000 speakers)
Language Code hin   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 12
Secondary Languages
Marwari (India)
85,000
Wagdi
45,000
Punjabi, Eastern
20,000
Dhundari
9,200
Shekhawati
7,500
Mewari
6,900
Bhili: Baori
1,600
Haroti: Harauti
500
Malvi
400
Gujarati
400
Bengali
100
Primary Language Hindi (111,000 speakers)
Language Code hin   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 12
Secondary Languages
  Marwari (India) 85,000
  Wagdi 45,000
  Punjabi, Eastern 20,000
  Dhundari 9,200
  Shekhawati 7,500
  Mewari 6,900
  Bhili: Baori 1,600
  Haroti: Harauti 500
  Malvi 400
  Gujarati 400
  Bengali 100
People Groups Speaking Hindi

Primary Language:  Hindi

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
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Bible-New Testament Yes  (1811-1998)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1818-2022)
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Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project.  
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