Abstract: The present research paper is on Birhor tribe and their health status (with special reference to Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh state). Birhor tribe is one of the 75 primitive tribes. This tribe has been suffering from many problems since the beginning. Due to living in forests and mountains, this tribe has been living in poverty, this tribe is a very backward and endangered tribe living in small groups in the mountains and mountains. The presented research study discusses the health development of backward tribe Birhor, focusing on the social, cultural dimensions affecting their health status, highlighting the impact of social and health factors responsible for their poor health outcome and declining population due to neglect. The study emphasizes on nutritional deficiencies, health problems and lack of availment of government health schemes, which shows the need to improve their health and well-being.

Keywords- Birhor tribe, health behaviour, causes of disease, treatment.