Alternate Names: Gan Yi, Laka, Lila, Niluo, Yala
Status Notes: Language of recognized nationality: Yi.
Genealogy:
Demographics: 25,000 (2007). Ethnic population: 40,000 (Bradley 2007).
Language Use: Being replaced by Chinese or varieties of closely related Nasu or both. Severely endangered in all 3 villages in Miyi County, endangered in most other places (Bradley 2007).
Nation of Origin: China