Puma language


Puma is a Kiranti language spoken by about 4,310 people in Sagarmatha Zone, Nepal. The actual population may be somewhat higher.
The Himalayan Languages Project has produced the first grammatical sketch of Puma. Puma does not have a comprehensive grammar yet.

Locations

Puma is spoken in Diplung, Mauwabote, Devisthan, Pauwasera, and Chisapani VDC's of southern Khotang District, and in Beltar and Saunechour VDC's of Udayapur District, Nepal. It is also spoken in Ruwa Khola valley to Buwa Khola, and southward across the Dudh Koshi.