Dialects: Dialects in Maharashtra and Karnataka reportedly different. May be more similar to Hindi , (Central zone) than to Marathi , (Southern zone).
Genealogy:
Demographics: 20,200 (2000).
Language Use: Home. Positive attitudes toward Gowlan and Hindi [hin]. Only some want their children to learn Marathi [mar]. Hindi [hin] bilingualism low in Chikli area.
Nation of Origin: India
Other Comments: Surrounded by Korku. Belong to Gowli caste. Traditional religion, Christian.