Naga, Khezha

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A language of India

ISO 639-3
nkh
Alternate Names
Kezami, Khezha, Khezhama
Population

40,800 (2001 census).

Location

East Nagaland, Kohima, Khezhakhonoma, and Phek districts.

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Language Status

5 (Developing).

Classification
Sino-Tibetan, Tibeto-Burman, Sal, Kuki-Chin-Naga, Angami-Pochuri
Dialects

An east Angami group with its own language.

Language Use

Also use Angami Naga [njm].

Language Development
Taught in primary schools. Grammar.
Language Resources
OLAC resources in and about Naga, Khezha
Other Comments

Belong to Chakhesang Naga community. Christian.