Tribal Dormitories: A Study of Gujjars and Bakrwals of J&K
Keywords:
Tribal, DormitoriesAbstract
An important social structure in tribal society is the dormitory for young people. Almost every tribe has these institutions, and it's the centre of their social life. Assamese tribes call them 'Morung,' while Angomi Nagas call the female dormitory "Yo," and the male dormitory "Kinchuki." They go by various names depending on where they live. Rangbang is the name given to it in Uttar Pradesh, whereas Gitiora is the name given to it by the Mundas and Ho tribes of Madhya Bharat. It is known as Dhoomkuriya by the Oraons, Dhangarbassa by the Bhuiyan, and Gotul by the Gonds1. Dormitories are large structures where these youth groups have their headquarters. They're made of straw and thatch and look like little houses. Boys and girls have their own residences. The dormitory is where all of the tribe's young people spend their nights.
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