Ipiko
PrintA language of Papua New Guinea
ISO 639-3
Alternate Names
Epai, Higa, Ipikoi
Population
345 (2003 SIL).
Location
Gulf Province, Pie river beyond Baimuru, Ipiko, and Pahemuba villages.
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Language Status
6a (Vigorous).
Classification
Language Use
Vigorous, but Ibigo dialect is nearly extinct. Very positive attitudes despite low numbers.
Language Development
Literacy rate in L1: Below 5%. Literacy rate in L2: Below 5%.
Language Resources
Semi-nomadic.