Their physical features include that of a broad face, thin lips, brown eyes, black hair, and a medium build. The men wear long shirts with pants underneath and a long cloth wrapped around their waists. They also like to wear big earrings and nose rings both on the side and in the middle of their nose. The religion of the Khalings is an interesting mixture of Animism, Shamanism and Hinduism. Although they have adapted many Hindu customs and celebrate Hindu festivals, they certainly cannot be classified as Hindus.
Mysticism is a prominent force in their beliefs and traditions.
For example, when a person dies, they believe that his spirit becomes dangerous and must be sent away from their village. More than half of the Khalings have heard the name of Jesus and there are Christians living in most Khaling villages, so they have ready access to the gospel should they seek it. However, very few really understand who Jesus is or what He did here on earth. The Khaling society often verbally abuses or threatens Christians. However, their culture is more open to change than the traditional Hindu societies.