Upon discovering a spring on the slopes of Bukit Keramat, the villagers began constructing wooden troughs (pancur) to channel the water to their homes.

The area where the planks were used to channel water gradually became the focal point of the settlement, solidifying its place in the village's history.

[7] Kampong Panchor Papan is located on the steep slopes of Bukit Keramat, rising 60 feet (18 m) above sea level.

The village is connected by a main road leading from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kuala Belait, spanning approximately 3 kilometres (1.9 mi).

[5] The history of Kampung Panchor Papan is connected to its early settlers, primarily from Brunei, who initially resided in Kampong Ayer in the capital, Bandar Seri Begawan.

The decision to settle by the river was strategic; it provided a defensive position against the Kayan people from Baram, who often conducted raids (referred to as ayau) that posed a threat to the villagers' lives.

[6] By the early 19th century, following the defeat of the Kayan people, the villagers began to move slightly inland, establishing their homes on the slopes of Bukit Keramat.

[6] They relocated to a new site along the southern and western banks of Muara Sungai Kelakas, near the eastern edge of Bukit Keramat, which offered essential resources for family life, particularly a reliable supply of clean water from natural springs around the hill.

It is a popular site for people seeking blessings, making vows, or praying for healing, with coins and money often found around the grave.

At that time, the villagers of Kampong Panchor Papan were accustomed to building their homes in waterlogged areas on peat soil near the western bank of Muara Sungai Kelakas.

These wells became their primary source of water for bathing and daily needs, and the villagers often spent time relaxing near them, even though they were situated some distance from their homes.

Armed with keris (traditional daggers), the villagers mustered their courage and joined Si Kabul in a daring assault on the cave.

[13][14] In the aftermath of the harrowing incident, the villagers established a custom prohibiting newlyweds from leaving their homes during the early days of marriage, intending to prevent similar misfortunes.

Additionally, the practice of washing the feet of the bride and groom during the wedding ceremony became a symbolic ritual to ward off harm in the initial stages of marriage.

Over time, this practice evolved into a cherished tradition among the Tutong community, particularly in Kampong Panchor Papan and surrounding villages.