The
Gurang are basically agriculturists. They are of Mongolian origin and
they profess Hinduism. But in the early period they were, in fact, fond
of using the services of the Lama instead of Brahmins for all priestly
function. Now-a-days, they have a different tendency and engage
Brahmins also. This tribe is divided into two branches, the Char
Jat and Sora Jat. But the distinction is now disappearing. Marriage
between the two branches is now common. The Gurungs have their own languages
which is called the Gurung Kura. The Gurungs in the urban areas now generally
follow Hindu rituals.
