Maram Naga

Regions with significant populations
Manipur, India 10,911 (1988) Directorate for Tribals and Backward Classes, Imphal[1]
Languages

Maram language
Related ethnic groups

Other Naga tribes

The Marams are a Naga tribe, located in the northeast of India, mainly in Senapati district.

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Demographics

Marams are mainly found in the Senapti district of Manipur. According to the 1992 figures, the Maram Khullen was the largest village of Marams, followed by Willong.[1]

Culture

Ponghi, a seven-day festival of Maram Nagas, is celebrated on the 20th day of Ponghi-kii (July), when paddy transplantation is completed.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b Joseph Athickal (1992). Maram Nagas, a socio-cultural study (illustrated ed.). Mittal. p. 2-5. ISBN 9788170993544. 
  2. ^ "Festivals". District Administration, Senapati District, Manipur. http://senapati.nic.in/festival.htm. Retrieved 2011-10-24. 

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