35,600 (1995 census).
Phongsali province.
6b (Threatened).
Black Khoany, White Khoany, Mung, Hwethom, Khaskhong. Reportedly similar to Bisu [bzi], Pyen [pyy], and Mpi [mpz]. Listed dialects may be separate languages.
Lao script [Laoo].
Traditional religion, Buddhist.
Traditional religion, Buddhist.