Ethnically, culturally, and linguistically the Nocte and Tangsa of the same neighbouring state of Arunachal Pradesh, are also closely related to the Konyaks.

[citation needed] The ethnic members maintain a very disciplined community life with strict adherence to duties and responsibilities assigned to each of them.

[citation needed] Other unique traditional practices that set the Konyaks apart are gunsmithing, iron smelting, brasswork, and gunpowder making.

A black residue floats on top of the water which is collected, dried, mixed with charcoal, and turned into gunpowder.

[citation needed] The Konyak language belongs to the Northern Naga sub-branch of the Sal sub-family of Sino-Tibetan.