Indonesia's incredible diversity is a consequence of the multitude of ethnic groups that reside across the archipelago from Sabang to Merauke. The 2010 Population Census conducted by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) estimated that there are roughly 1,300 ethnic groups in Indonesia.
Below are the top 7 ethnic groups in Indonesia with the largest populations, according to the 2010 BPS Census:
Javanese Ethnic
According to the 2010 BPS Census, the largest ethnic group in Indonesia is the Javanese. With a population of 95,217,022, they represent 40.22 percent of the country's total population. The Javanese are defined by BPS as a group consisting of the Javanese people as well as the Osing, Tengger, Samin, Bawean/Boyan, Naga, Nagaring, and other ethnic groups residing on the island of Java.
Sundanese Ethnic
The Sundanese, who reside in the western part of Java or Tatar Pasundan that is currently part of West Java and Banten, constitute the second-largest ethnic group in Indonesia. According to the BPS 2010 SP, the Sundanese population reached 36,701,670 people, which is equivalent to 15.5 percent of Indonesia's total population.
Batak Ethnic
The third largest ethnic group in Indonesia is the Batak tribe, with a total population of 8,466,969 recorded in the 2010 BPS census, equivalent to 3.58 percent of the country's total population. The Batak identity encompasses several ethnic groups originating from the West and East coasts of North Sumatra, including Angkola, Karo, Mandailing, Pakpak/Dairi, Simalungun, and Toba.
Ethnic from Sulawei
The fourth largest ethnic group in Indonesia is a tribe from Sulawesi, with a population of 7,634,262 people, or 3.22 percent of the total population of Indonesia. It is worth noting that this tribe is distinct from the Makassar, Bugis, Minahasa, and Gorontalo tribes.
Maduranese Ethnic
The Madurese people, who hail from Maduran Island and its environs in East Java Province, make up the fifth most populous tribe in Indonesia. As per the 2010 BPS SP, the Madurese population totaled 7,179,356 individuals, which is equivalent to 3.03 percent of Indonesia's overall population.
Betawi Ethnic
The Betawi Tribe holds the sixth position in the hierarchy of tribes with the highest population count in Indonesia. As per the 2010 BPS SP, the Betawi population was 6,807,968, constituting 2.88 percent of Indonesia's total populace. The Betawi Tribe is a blend of various tribes who were relocated to Batavia during the Dutch colonial era.
Minangkabau Ethnic
The Minangkabau tribe, originating from West Sumatra Province, is the tribe with the seventh largest population in Indonesia. SP 2010 BPS noted that the total population of the Minangkabau tribe reached 6,462,713 people, or the equivalent of 2.73 percent of the total population of Indonesia.
Donclusion
To sum up, Indonesia's ethnic population is rich and diverse, contributing to the country's cultural and social richness. However, this diversity has also led to challenges, including discrimination and conflict. Nevertheless, Indonesia remains committed to promoting greater understanding, respect, and appreciation for its ethnic diversity. Through embracing its cultural heritage and prioritizing inclusivity and harmony, Indonesia can create a brighter future that benefits all its citizens.
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