39,200 (2015 census). Based on ethnicity.
Phongsali province.
6a* (Vigorous).
Black Khoany, White Khoany, Mung, Hwethom, Khaskhong. Reportedly similar to Bisu [bzi], Pyen [pyy], and Mpi [mpz]. Listed dialects may be separate languages.
Vigorous.
Lao script [Laoo].
Traditional religion, Buddhist.
Traditional religion, Buddhist.