Alternate Names: Hoche, Hol-Chih, Olch, Olcha, Olchis, Ulcha, Ulchi, Ulych
Genealogy:
Demographics: 150 (2010 census). Ethnic population: 2,770 (2010 census).
Language Use: Only 25% claim to speak L1 (2002 census). Rapid decrease in use. Traditional culture (funerals), oral ethnic storytelling, family. Youth prefer Russian [rus]. All middle-aged or older (Salminen 2007). Also use Russian [rus].
Language Development: Taught in primary schools. Dictionary.
Nation of Origin: Russian Federation
Other Comments: Close contact with Russian ,, Ukrainian ,, Nanai ,, Nivkh , (Gilyak), Negidal ,, and others.