Ethnic groups in Nepal

Ethnic groups in Nepal are delineated using language, ethnic identity or the caste system in Nepal. They are categorized by common culture and endogamy. Endogamy carves out ethnic groups in Nepal.

Top 18 Caste/Ethnic groups of Nepal (2022)

Chhetri (16.60%)

Brahmin (12.18%)

Magar (7.13%)

Tharu (6.56%)

Tamang (5.81%)

Newar (4.99%)

Kami (4.75%)

Muslims (5.09%)

Yadav (3.98%)

Rai (2.34%)

Gurung (1.97%)

Damai (1.78%)

Thakuri (1.61%)

Limbu (1.46%)

Sarki (1.41%)

Teli (1.40%)

Chamar (1.27%)

Kushwaha (1.16%)

Other (12.51%)

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