Juang Tribe: Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group of Odisha

Category: Indian Society / Tribes

  • The Juang are an indigenous tribal community primarily associated with Odisha.
  • They are recognised as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG).
  • Their traditional livelihoods have included agriculture, forest-based activities and collection of forest produce.
  • The community has its own cultural traditions and social practices.
  • Their traditional habitat is mainly associated with Keonjhar and adjoining areas of Odisha.

Key Pointer: Juang → Odisha → PVTG → Forest-based livelihood