Sarbaria in Nepal

The Sarbaria have only been reported in Nepal
Population
Main Language
Largest Religion
Christian *
Evangelical
Progress
Progress Gauge
* Data can be from various sources including official census, agencies, and local research. Data from these sources can sometimes differ even by orders of magnitude. Joshua Project attempts to present a conservative, balanced estimate.

Introduction / History

The Sarbaria people of Nepal are part of the Nepali-Pahari people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Their primary language is Nepali, an Indo-Aryan language widely spoken throughout Nepal. The Sarbaria are also known by alternate names such as Karikar, Karighar, and Mistri. Historically, they have been associated with artisan and service-oriented roles within Nepalese society.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Sarbaria people typically live in rural and semi-urban areas of Nepal. Many are engaged in manual labor, craftsmanship, and agriculture. Their communities often face challenges related to economic development, education, and access to healthcare. Social life is closely tied to caste networks and traditional customs, which influence daily interactions and opportunities.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Sarbaria people primarily practice Hinduism, the predominant religious tradition of the Indian subcontinent. Hinduism among the Sarbaria includes worship of various deities, participation in temple rituals, and observance of festivals. There are many forms of Hinduism, each with its own beliefs and practices.


What Are Their Needs?

They need access to culturally relevant evangelism and discipleship, as there is currently no active church planting among them. They need improved access to education, especially in rural areas, to help break cycles of poverty and increase opportunities. They need healthcare services, particularly in remote regions where medical infrastructure is limited.


Prayer Items

Pray for the spiritual awakening of the Sarbaria people and for hearts to be open to the gospel.
Ask God to raise up workers and local leaders who can share Christ in culturally sensitive ways.
Pray for the translation and distribution of Christian resources in Nepali, including radio and audio materials.
Pray for healing and restoration in communities affected by poverty and social exclusion.
Pray for the establishment of churches and discipleship movements among the Sarbaria people.


Scripture Prayers for the Sarbaria in Nepal.


References

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Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Sarbaria
People Name in Country Sarbaria
Alternate Names सरबारिया
Population this Country 3,400
Population all Countries 3,400
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale Progress Gauge
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 20749
ROP3 Code 117149
Country Nepal
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Total States on file 3
Largest States
Kosi
2,700
Janakpur
400
Mechi
300
Country Nepal
Region Asia, South
Continent Asia
10/40 Window Yes
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Total States 3
  Kosi 2,700
  Janakpur 400
  Mechi 300
Website South Asia Peoples
Primary Religion: Hinduism
Major Religion Estimated Percent *
Buddhism
15.09 %
Christianity
0.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
65.21 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
19.70 %
Unknown
0.00 %
* From latest Nepal census data.
Current Christian values may substantially differ.
Primary Language Nepali (2,800 speakers)
Language Code npi   Ethnologue Listing
Written / Published Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 2
Secondary Languages
Maithili
200
Primary Language Nepali (2,800 speakers)
Language Code npi   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 2
Secondary Languages
  Maithili 200
People Groups Speaking Nepali

Primary Language:  Nepali

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1850-1961)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1821-2010)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1914-2024)
FCBH NT (www.bible.is) Online
YouVersion NT (www.bible.com) Online
Possible Print Bibles
Amazon
World Bibles
Forum Bible Agencies
National Bible Societies
World Bible Finder
Virtual Storehouse
Resource Type Resource Name Source
Audio Recordings Audio Bible teaching Global Recordings Network
Audio Recordings Online Audio Scripture Talking Bibles
Audio Recordings Oral Bible stories Story Runners
Film / Video God's Story video God's Story
Film / Video Indigitube.tv Video / Animation Create International
Film / Video Jesus Film: view in Nepali Jesus Film Project
Film / Video LUMO film of Gospels Bible Media Group/LUMO
Film / Video Magdalena video Jesus Film Project
Film / Video My Last Day video, anime Jesus Film Project
Film / Video Rivka video Jesus Film Project
Film / Video Story of Jesus for Children Jesus Film Project
Film / Video The Hope Video Mars Hill Productions
Film / Video World Christian Videos World Christian Videos
General Bible and Resources in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
General Bible for Children Bible for Children
General Bible in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
General Bible in text or audio or video South Asia Bibles
General Bible in text or audio or video South Asia Bibles
General Biblical answers to your questions Got Questions Ministry
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
General Scripture Earth Gospel resources links Scripture Earth
General Voice of the Martyrs resources Voice of the Martyrs
General YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Android Bible app: Nepali YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Android Bible app: Nepali Bible Biblica
Mobile App Android Bible app: Nepali Bible The Love Fellowship
Mobile App Android Bible app: TBS Nepali Bible General / Other
Mobile App Android Bible Radio app: Nepali Bible Radio Shalom Design S2dio
Mobile App Android Book Reading app: Ek Rasta Nepali General / Other
Mobile App Android Book Reading app: Nepali Bible Stories Internet Publishing Sevice
Mobile App Download audio Bible app as APK file Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App iOS Bible app: Nepali YouVersion Bibles
Text / Printed Matter Bible: Comic Book Version Super Bible / Comic Bible Society
Text / Printed Matter Children and youth resources One Hope
Text / Printed Matter Jesus Messiah comic book General / Other
Text / Printed Matter Literacy primer for Nepali Literacy & Evangelism International
Text / Printed Matter The Ancient Path Live Global
Text / Printed Matter tools for gospel conversations Cru
Text / Printed Matter Topical Scripture booklets and Bible studies World Missionary Press
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.