Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Assamese

Language: Assamese - (asm)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Hinduism

Country: Bangladesh

Also found in: Bhutan

Population: 13,500

Global Population: 20,800

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Assamese of Bangladesh, numbering 13,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Assamese people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 20,800 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Assamese. The primary religion practiced by the Assamese 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