In general appearance it is similar to the kuthis of Sardah so it was built in 1781 by Dutch East India Company.
[1] from 17th to 18th century kuthis were built as a residence or factory engaged in silk and indigo trade.
In Rajshahi region alone more than 152 indigo kuthis were in operation with their headquarters at Sardah.
The south and east sides have a veranda 10 feet (3.0 m) wide, supported by round simple pillars with a set of three pillars at the corner.
[3] The building has supporting on its north and west which appear to have been kitchen, warehouse which is now used as godowns of university.