Bonda Tribe

Introduction: The Bonda, also known as the Bondo or Remo people, are a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) living mainly in the hill regions of Odisha.

Key pointers

  • State: Odisha, particularly the hill areas of Malkangiri district.

  • Tribal classification: Recognized as a PVTG in India.

  • Language: Remo, belonging to the Austroasiatic language family.

  • Cultural identity: Known for distinctive traditional attire, ornaments and community customs.

  • Livelihood: Traditionally associated with agriculture, forest resources and local economic activities.

  • Challenges: Limited access to healthcare, education and economic opportunities, along with pressures on traditional livelihoods.

UPSC focus: PVTGs are identified by factors such as pre-agricultural technology, low literacy, economic backwardness and declining or stagnant population growth. There are 75 PVTGs in India.