Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Thai

Language: Northern Thai - (nod)

Alternate Name(s): Northern Thai Sub-Cluster, Khon Muang, Lanna

Primary Religion: Buddhism - Theravada

Country: Thailand

Also found in: Laos

Population: 7,405,000

Global Population: 7,447,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Northern Thai of Thailand, numbering 7,405,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Thai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 7,447,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Northern Thai. The primary religion practiced by the Northern Thai is Theravada Buddhism, the oldest surviving branch of Buddhism.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available