The Muslim Daudpotra people have a storied history in Pakistan, with roots tracing back to the ancient ruling classes of the region. Historically, they held significant influence as landowners and tribal leaders, particularly in the Punjab and Sindh provinces. Over time, their role in society has evolved, yet they continue to maintain their cultural heritage and traditions.
The Muslim Daudpotra community primarily resides in rural areas, where agriculture remains their main livelihood. They cultivate crops and manage livestock, relying on the fertile lands of Punjab and Sindh. Family and community bonds hold great importance, with extended families often living together and supporting one another. Despite economic challenges, they work hard to provide for their families and value education for their children.
The Muslim Daudpotra follow Sunni Islam, which shapes their religious and social lives. They diligently observe Islamic practices, including daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and celebrating Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Local mosques serve as central points for worship and community gatherings, where religious leaders offer spiritual guidance and lead communal prayers.
Like most rural Pakistanis, the Daudpotra rely on the spirit world since they view Allah as too distant to help them with practical needs.
Poverty affects many Daudpotra families, hindering their ability to improve their living standards. They need better educational infrastructure and resources to ensure their children can pursue education. Access to reliable healthcare services is also crucial, and they are seldom available in rural Pakistan.
Pray for the Daudpotra people to have their medical and educational needs met.
Pray for the Daudpotra people to experience a record high harvest this year and that they will embrace God as their loving provider.
Pray for dedicated workers to go to the Daudpotra people of Pakistan.
Pray for the Lord to give dreams to Daudpotra elders and family leaders that will draw them to the only savior.
Scripture Prayers for the Daudpotra in Pakistan.
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Profile Source: Joshua Project |
People Name General | Daudpotra |
People Name in Country | Daudpotra |
Alternate Names | दौदपोत्रा (मुस्लिम ट्रेडिशन्स) |
Population this Country | 123,000 |
Population all Countries | 123,000 |
Total Countries | 1 |
Indigenous | Yes |
Progress Scale | 1 ● |
Unreached | Yes |
Frontier People Group | Yes |
Pioneer Workers Needed | 2 |
People ID | 19440 |
ROP3 Code | 115572 |
ROP25 Code | 301976 |
ROP25 Name | Daudpotra |
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 on file | 2 | |||
Largest States |
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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 | 2 |
Punjab 121,000 | |
Sindh 2,500 | |
Website | South Asia Peoples |
Primary Religion: | Islam |
Major Religion ▲ | Percent * |
---|---|
Buddhism |
0.00 %
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Christianity (Evangelical 0.00 %) |
0.00 %
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Ethnic Religions |
0.00 %
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Hinduism |
0.00 %
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Islam |
100.00 %
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Non-Religious |
0.00 %
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Other / Small |
0.00 %
|
Unknown |
0.00 %
|
* From latest Pakistan census data. Current Christian values may substantially differ. |
Primary Language | Saraiki (76,000 speakers) | ||||||
Language Code | skr Ethnologue Listing | ||||||
Language Written | Yes ScriptSource Listing | ||||||
Total Languages | 6 | ||||||
Secondary Languages |
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Primary Language | Saraiki (76,000 speakers) |
Language Code | skr Ethnologue Listing |
Total Languages | 6 |
Secondary Languages | |
Marwari (Pakistan) 31,000 | |
Urdu 6,400 | |
Punjabi, Western 3,100 | |
Sindhi 2,300 | |
Bagri | |
People Groups | Speaking Saraiki |
Primary Language: Saraiki
Bible Translation ▲ | Status (Years) |
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Bible-Portions | Yes |
Bible-New Testament | Yes (2023) |
Bible-Complete | No |
YouVersion NT (www.bible.com) | Online |
Possible Print Bibles | |
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Amazon | |
World Bibles | |
Forum Bible Agencies | |
National Bible Societies | |
World Bible Finder | |
Virtual Storehouse |
Resource Type ▲ | Resource Name | Source |
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Audio Recordings | Audio Bible teaching | Global Recordings Network |
Audio Recordings | Story of Jesus audio | Jesus Film Project |
Film / Video | Jesus Film: view in Saraiki | Jesus Film Project |
Film / Video | World Christian Videos | World Christian Videos |
General | Bible for Children | Bible for Children |
General | Biblical answers to your questions | Got Questions Ministry |
General | Scripture Earth Gospel resources links | Scripture Earth |
General | YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio | YouVersion Bibles |
Mobile App | Android Bible app: Miniafia Oyan: Saraiki | YouVersion Bibles |
Mobile App | iOS Bible app: Saraiki | YouVersion Bibles |
Text / Printed Matter | Literacy primer for Saraiki | Literacy & Evangelism International |
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. |