Current Status
According to 2001 census, the adherents of Buddhism are as follows-
| Ethnic Group | Total Population | Total Buddhist | Percentage Buddhist |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamang | 1,282,304 | 1,157,461 | 90.3 |
| Magar | 24.5 | ||
| Gurung | 69 | ||
| Newar | 1,242,232 | 190,629 | 15.3 |
| Sherpa | 92.8 | ||
| Bhote | 60.5 | ||
| Thakali | 65 | ||
| Chhantyal | 64.2 | ||
| Jirel | 87 | ||
| Lepcha | 88.8 | ||
| Yehlmo | 98.4 |
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