Majhi people
माझी | |
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Boy and Girl in Majhi Cultural Dress | |
| Total population | |
| Nepal 111,352 | |
| Languages | |
| Majhi language, Nepali | |
| Religion | |
| Hinduism 82%, Prakriti 16%, Christianity 1.33% | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Tharu people, Danuwar, Darai, Bote |
The Majhi people are an ethnic group indigenous to the inner Terai regions of Nepal. They live on the banks of rivers and streams, fishing, boating, making chillies, and make a living by farming. They speak Majhi language.The territories of Majhi people include hilly and inner Terai regions along the tributaries of Saptakoshi river like Sunkoshi, Tamakoshi, Dudhkoshi, Arun, Barun, Likhu, and Tamur. They have their own distinct language, religion, culture, rituals, custom and lifestyles. The Majhis belongs to the most marginalized group.