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Chenchus (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group)
Context
Recently, the plight of the Chenchus, one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Andhra Pradesh, has come to the forefront due to the significant socio-economic challenges they face.
About the Chenchus (children of the forest)
- The Chenchus are an aboriginal tribe that speaks Telugu and are considered one of the oldest tribes in Andhra Pradesh.
- They are the original inhabitants of the Nallamala Hills.
- The community is characterized by low literacy rates and a subsistence economy, relying heavily on forest resources for food and livelihood.
- The total Chenchu population stands at approximately 28,349.
- Traditionally, they have been food gatherers, depending on wild fruits, tubers, and non-timber forest produce.
Living Conditions
- The living conditions of the Chenchus are starkly contrasted with the neighboring town of Dornala, which has experienced significant growth in recent years.
- In the hamlet of Panukumadugu, where many Chenchus reside, homes are simple thatched huts, with few pucca houses in disrepair.
Fact Box: Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
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