Alia in India


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* 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 Hindu Alia people, with roots in ancient Indian civilizations, have a history that spans centuries. They have traditionally been involved in agriculture and craftsmanship, contributing significantly to their local economies. Over the years, they have adapted to changing socio-economic conditions while maintaining their unique identity.

They speak Odia, the language of the state of Odisha. They live in Odisha and Chandigarh.


What Are Their Lives Like?

Today, the Hindu Alia people primarily live in rural villages across various regions of India. They engage in agriculture, growing crops such as rice, wheat, and pulses. Many also practice traditional crafts and trades. Their communities are close-knit, with strong family bonds and a deep sense of mutual support. The Alia community places great importance on family, hospitality, and respect for elders, ensuring that their religious and cultural traditions are passed down through generations. The Alia maintain a vibrant cultural life, celebrating through festivals, music and traditional arts.


What Are Their Beliefs?

The Hindu Alia people practice Hinduism, worshiping a variety of deities and observing rituals and festivals such as Diwali, Holi and Navratri. Their belief system emphasizes values like dharma (duty), karma (action), and ahimsa (non-violence). They also honor their ancestors through rituals and ceremonies.


What Are Their Needs?

The Hindu Alia people face several pressing needs that require attention to improve their quality of life. Access to quality education is crucial, as it provides opportunities for the younger generation to advance and succeed. Improved healthcare services are essential, given the limited availability of medical facilities and high rates of preventable diseases. Economic support through agricultural innovation, market access, and vocational training can enhance their livelihoods. Infrastructure development, including better roads, clean water supply, and electricity, will also benefit the Alia community. Addressing these needs will enable the Alia people to achieve greater socio-economic stability.


Prayer Points

Pray for Alia disciples to make more disciples who will make even more disciples.
Pray for the Lord to give them a record harvest as a testimony of his goodness and power.
Pray for the Lord to thrust out loving workers to the Alia people.


Scripture Prayers for the Alia in India.


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Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Alia
People Name in Country Alia
Alternate Names एलिया
Population this Country 63,000
Population all Countries 63,000
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale 1
Unreached Yes
Frontier People Group Yes
GSEC 1  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed 1
PeopleID3 16201
ROP3 Code 111310
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 3
Largest States
Odisha
61,000
Chhattisgarh
1,800
Delhi
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 3
  Odisha 61,000
  Chhattisgarh 1,800
  Delhi 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 Odia (52,000 speakers)
Language Code ory   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 6
Secondary Languages
Telugu
2,000
Chhattisgarhi
1,500
Kui (India)
300
Kurux
200
Kui, Dawik
60
Primary Language Odia (52,000 speakers)
Language Code ory   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 6
Secondary Languages
  Telugu 2,000
  Chhattisgarhi 1,500
  Kui (India) 300
  Kurux 200
  Kui, Dawik 60
People Groups Speaking Odia

Primary Language:  Odia

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1811-1956)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1809-2000)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1815-2021)
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YouVersion NT (www.bible.com) Online
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Amazon
World Bibles
Forum Bible Agencies
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Audio Recordings Audio Bible teaching Global Recordings Network
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Audio Recordings Oral Bible stories One Story
Film / Video Following Jesus video Jesus Film Project
Film / Video God's Story video God's Story
Film / Video Jesus Film: view in Odia 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
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General Bible and Resources in text or audio or video Internet Publishing Sevice
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General Faith Comes By Hearing - Bible in text or audio or video Faith Comes by Hearing
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General Four Spiritual Laws Cru
General Scripture Earth Gospel resources links (Oriya) Scripture Earth
General Voice of the Martyrs resources Voice of the Martyrs
General YouVersion Bible versions in text and/or audio YouVersion Bibles
General Zume Training Zume Project
Mobile App Android Bible app: Odia YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App Android Bible app: Odia (Oriya) / English Bible (AKJV) General / Other
Mobile App Android Bible App: Odiya Bible (ଓଡିଆ ବାଇବେଲ) Indian Revised Version (IRV) Operation Agape
Mobile App Android Bible app: Oriya Study Bible Grace Ministries and Dusty Sandals
Mobile App Android Bible Radio app: Odiya Bible Radio Shalom Design S2dio
Mobile App Download audio Bible app as APK file Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App Download audio Bible app from Google Play Store Faith Comes by Hearing
Mobile App iOS Bible app: Odia YouVersion Bibles
Mobile App iOS Bible Radio App: Odiya Bible Radio iOS Revive India
Text / Printed Matter Children and youth resources One Hope
Text / Printed Matter Jesus Messiah comic book General / Other
Text / Printed Matter The Ancient Path Live Global
Text / Printed Matter Tools for faith 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 
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