Lodhruva was established as the capital by Rawal Deoraj, the Bhati clan, in 8th−9th century CE.[1][2][3][4] The temple was constructed in the 9th century along with city of Lodhruva. Rawal Jaisal, a famous prince of the Bhati clan, moved his capital from Lodhruva to Jaisalmer in 1156 CE.[5][6][7] The temple was also plundered by Mahmud of Ghazni and Muhammad of Ghor. This led to temple being destroyed in 1152 CE. In 1615 CE, the temples undergone repairs and renovations.[8] The temple remains the only standing structure in the ruined city of Lodhruva.[9][10]