Pya, Mingin


Pya, Mingin is a village in Mingin Township, Kale District, in the Sagaing Region of western Burma.

Religion

Minority religious communities, including Christians and Muslims in the Sagaing Region, may also be represented in Pya. Christian and Muslim households, if present, likely observe holidays such as Christmas or Eid al-Fitr, respectively.
The Sagaing Region is a significant center for Buddhist monasticism, hosting 55,041 registered monks and 9,915 thilashin as of 2014. Monastic life likely influences Pya, with villagers supporting nearby monasteries through alms-giving and participation in religious festivals.