Tirmali in India

The Tirmali have only been reported in India
Population
Main Language
Largest Religion
Christian
Evangelical
Progress
Progress Gauge
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.

Subgroups: 1

Subgroup Name Population
Kashikapdi 200

Introduction / History

For hundreds of years the Tirmali had no permanent residence. They performed sacred dramas and danced for Shiva as they moved from one area to another. Their women sold trinkets and traditional medicines. As a result of their lifestyle, they had no civil rights, voting record or schools to educate their children.

The Tirmali are a Scheduled Caste meaning they are eligible for public jobs and special university admissions. The main language of the Tirmali is Marathi. Many Christian resources are available in Marathi. Many Tirmali also speak Hindi.


Where Are they Located?

The Tirmali people are scattered throughout western India. Most live in the state of Maharashtra.


What Are Their Lives Like?

In the early 1990s the elders of the caste decided to change the way the Tirmali people lived. They were given land by the government and became farmers. Slowly they learned their new trade. Their children began attending school and a few have become college graduates.

The Tirmali marry within their group. Families arrange marriages. Marriage to one spouse is the norm. Sons inherit the property of their father. A caste council of elders settles legal disputes and promotes their interests.

The main foods of the Tirmali are rice, maize, wheat, vegetables, fruit and dairy products. As Hindus, they will not eat beef.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Tirmali people practice Hinduism, the ancient religion of India. They worship and serve selected gods of the Hindu pantheon. The Tirmali pay particular devotion to Shiva, the destroyer god. The Tirmali offer prayers, food, flowers, and incense to their gods in hopes of gaining protection and benefits.

The main yearly holidays of the Tirmali people are 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 Tirmali need help in increasing the crop yield of their land. Many lack access to modern medicine. They need to see Christianity demonstrated to them in practical ways. Most of all, they need to hear and understand the message about Jesus Christ. He alone can show them the way to the Father.


Prayer Points

Pray for networks of believing Tirmali families and fellowships that will throw the doors open for others to follow Jesus.
Pray for the Lord to bless the families among the Tirmali people with His presence and mercy.
Pray for believers among this people group to disciple others who will disciple still others.
Pray for Bible believing fellowships and churches among the Tirmali people.


Scripture Prayers for the Tirmali in India.


References

https://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/National/2016-08-10/After-6-decades-of-Independence-Tirmali-people-get-a-postal-address-/247753
https://ruralindiaonline.org/articles/we-are-now-self-reliant-and-organised


Profile Source:   Keith Carey  

People Name General Tirmali
People Name in Country Tirmali
Alternate Names Joshi; Kashikapadi; Kashikapdi; Kasikapadu; Nandavale; Nandivale; Nandiwala; Nandor; Nandwana; Sarode; Timaliya; टिरमली
Population this Country 17,000
Population all Countries 17,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
GSEC 1  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
People ID 18257
ROP3 Code 113791
ROP25 Code 303777
ROP25 Name Kasikapadi
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 4
Largest States
Maharashtra
13,000
Madhya Pradesh
3,000
Gujarat
600
Karnataka
100
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 4
  Maharashtra 13,000
  Madhya Pradesh 3,000
  Gujarat 600
  Karnataka 100
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Percent *
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 0.00 %)
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
100.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest India census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Marathi (8,300 speakers)
Language Code mar   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 10
Secondary Languages
Hindi
1,700
Ahirani
1,400
Telugu
1,000
Nimadi
900
Gujarati
500
Khandesi
300
Kannada
40
Konkani
30
Konkani, Goan
20
Primary Language Marathi (8,300 speakers)
Language Code mar   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 10
Secondary Languages
  Hindi 1,700
  Ahirani 1,400
  Telugu 1,000
  Nimadi 900
  Gujarati 500
  Khandesi 300
  Kannada 40
  Konkani 30
  Konkani, Goan 20
People Groups Speaking Marathi

Primary Language:  Marathi

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Bible-New Testament Yes  (1811-1982)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1821-2022)
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Map Source People Group data: Omid. Map geography: UNESCO / GMI. Map Design: Joshua Project  
Profile Source Keith Carey 
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