The site contains ruins of Rajpat which served as the capital of Kamata kingdom,[3][4] occupying a large area of ancient Kamarupa and Vanga.

Dr. Buchanan Hamilton in 1808 had left a vivid description along with a sketch of the mound and site which still hold good in authenticity.

[5] It is believed parts of the ancient kingdoms important temples and buildings are now buried under a large grass grown mound.

The facial and physiognomical delineation indicate the idols are the products of c. 11th and 12th century AD and influenced by Pala-Sena school of art.

[5] In 1260, it became the seat of power of Kamata ruler Sandhya, who shifted his capital from Kamarupanagara (present-day North Guwahati) due to the frequent clashes he faced from the Kacharis from the south-east border in what is modern-day Assam.

[6] Later it was held by the Khen dynasty until 1498 AD, when Hussein Shah of Gaur unsurp power by defeating Nilambar of Kamata.