Kadia (Hindu traditions) in India

People Name:	Kadia (Hindu traditions)
Country:	India
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	170,000
World Population:	170,000
Primary Language:	Kannada
Primary Religion:	Hinduism
Christian Adherents:	0.00 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	Complete Bible
Ministry Resources:	Yes
Jesus Film:	Yes
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	South Asia Hindu - other
Affinity Bloc:	South Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction

Kadia means masonry, and that has been the traditional role of this community. The Kadia live in the western states of Karnataka, Maharashtra and Gujarat. They speak, read and write in Gujarati or Kannada. Most of them still do masonry work and agriculture. They have caste councils to look after their interests. They don't allow for cousin marriages, but they allow for divorce. They are monogamous, meaning that marriage is between one man and one woman. After the death of the father, sons inherit the property with the oldest son taking charge of family matters.

Ministry Obstacles

There are probably no Christ followers among the Kadia. This means those who take them the gospel will need to come from outside the group and earn their trust. It also means that they have not seen Christ’s abundant life lived out in their community.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray that God will give the Kadia dreams and visions leading them to begin a movement to Christ.
Pray that the Kadia caste councils will put their faith in the Lord and encourage others to do the same.
Pray for faithful intercessors and Kannada-speaking workers.