Alternate Names: “Chudy” (pej.), “Chuhari” (pej.), “Chukhari” (pej.), Vepsian
Dialects: Central Veps, Prionezh (North Veps), Southern Veps.
Genealogy:
Demographics: 3,610 (2010 census). Ethnic population: 5,940 (2010 census).
Language Use: Used by few children. Positive attitudes. Also use Russian [rus].
Language Development: Literary language based on central dialect. Taught in some primary schools, but not compulsory. Poetry. Newspapers. Radio programs. TV. Dictionary. Grammar. NT: 2006.
Writing System: Latin
Nation of Origin: Russian Federation
Other Comments: Christian.