The middle section of the saptashakha (seven vertical bands or architraves) of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) has five different patterns. The first, third, and fifth branches are decorated with floral designs. The second branch features carvings of nagas (serpents) arranged vertically, while the fourth branch, known as the stambha shakha, is a hexagonal pillar that transitions into a faceted shape before becoming circular. The sixth branch is adorned with sinuous floral patterns, while the final branch is also carved with a floral band.
Above the lintel of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) there is an uttaranga (entablature) depicting divine figures. In the centre, there is a depiction of Nataraja with Brahma positioned on the far right and Vishnu on the far left. Between Shiva and Brahma, there is a depiction of Ganesha, and another (unidentifiable) deity is situated between Shiva and Vishnu. These figures are accompanied by female chauri (fly whisk) bearers on either side.
The jangha (wall) of the Kaner-ki-Putli Temple has central offsets flanked by projections and recesses. The niches of the central offsets on all three sides of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) are presently empty. These niches may have originally been adorned with depictions of deities. The remaining projected and recessed sections are intricately carved with depictions of minor deities, including dikapalas (deities of cardinal directions), Shaiva ascetics, and female figures.
On the left of the uttaranga (entablature) above the lintel of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), Brahma is depicted with three faces and four arms. His upper hands carry a shruka (a sacrificial spoon) and a pustaka (manuscript), while his lower hands hold a kamandalu (water carrier or pot) and display varadaksha (a hand held in the boon-giving gesture, with a rosary in it).
The pilaster on the left side of the antarala (vestibule or antechamber) of the Kaner-ki-Putli Temple depicts a standing ascetic with folded hands. He has thick, matted hair locks, a long beard, and a mustache. His upper body is bare, while his lower body is clad in a langot (loincloth).
The antarala (vestibule or antechamber) of the Kaner-ki-Putli Temple leads to its garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum), which features an intricately decorated multi-shakha (vertical bands or architraves) doorframe. It is a saptashakha (seven vertical bands) doorframe. The lower section of the doorframe depicts figures, and the upper part is embellished with a variety of decorative patterns.
The west-facing Shiva temple now consists of a garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) and an antarala (vestibule or antechamber), with the mandapa (pillared hall) having fallen into disrepair. The upper part of the shikhara (superstructure) has been affected by damage. Stylistically, the temple dates back to the twelfth century CE.
The antarala (vestibule or antechamber) of the Kaner-ki-Putli Temple is a shallow space. Its floor is entirely adorned with a chandrashila (moonstone) carving outside the door of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum). The side walls of the antarala lack niches or any other form of decoration. However, on the left side, one can observe an extended holder piece (probably for lighting diyas, or oil lamps) on the wall.
The entrance to the Kaner-ki-Putli Temple is through the antarala (vestibule or antechamber), which has two square-shaped pilasters. These pilasters feature carvings of dvarapalas (door guardians) at the base, with decorative ornamentation on the upper portion.
At the upper part of both pilasters, bharavahakas (load bearers) are depicted. Interestingly, the bharavahaka on the right pilaster is shown playing the flute.