Deori

The land of Arunachal Pradesh is known to procure a domicile to individuals of as many as 26 tribes. The Deori tribe bears some unique trademarks which precisely demarcated them from the other tribes that inhabit this region. One of them is the fact that the Deori of Arunachal Pradesh is bifurcated into a number of wee groups. These small fractions are also known as 'khels'.

These khels are bestowed with the names of Tengapania, Dibongia and Borgoya. These groups or khels are further sub-divided into a huge number of clans. As a matter of fact, there is a sum total of approximately 24 clans in the domain of Arunachal Pradesh. Among them three groups belong to the Deori. The individuals of the Deori in Arunachal Pradesh have a lot of similarity with the Mongolians as they have small eyes and a broadened temple. They also attire themselves in an exquisite fashion.

The individuals who belong to the Deori at Arunachal Pradesh are ardent followers of the Hindu religion and abide by all their customs and rituals.

Last Updated on 03 January 2011