Land Survey Number Check Online: State-Wise Guide

Every piece of land in India is assigned a unique survey number by the revenue department. Whether you are buying property, verifying ownership, or settling a dispute, knowing how to check your land survey number online is essential. This guide covers what survey numbers are, how to find them, and state-wise portals to check them.

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What Is a Land Survey Number?

A survey number (also called Sy. No. or Gat Number in some states) is a unique identification number assigned to a specific plot of land during the government's revenue survey. It helps identify:

• Exact location of the land parcel
• Boundaries and area of the plot
• Ownership details linked to that parcel
• Village and taluk where the land is located

Survey numbers are recorded in the Record of Rights (RoR) maintained by the state revenue department. Some states also use sub-survey numbers or hissa numbers for subdivided plots.

How to Find Your Land Survey Number

You can find your survey number through:

1. Sale deed or title deed — The survey number is mentioned in your property purchase documents
2. Property tax receipt — Municipal or panchayat tax receipts include the survey number
3. Revenue records — Pahani, 7/12 extract, Patta, Khatauni, or RTC documents
4. Online land record portals — Each state has a dedicated website
5. Village map (Bhu Naksha) — Geo-referenced maps showing survey numbers
6. Topo sheet — Survey of India topographic sheets contain survey boundaries

State-Wise Land Record Portals

1. Uttar Pradesh — Bhulekh UP

• Portal: upbhulekh.gov.in
• Search by: Khasra/Gata number, Khatauni, owner name
• Steps: Select District → Tehsil → Village → Enter Khasra number → View record
• See our Bhulekh UP guide for detailed steps

2. Maharashtra — Bhulekh Maharashtra

• Portal: bhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in
• Search by: Survey number, Gat number, owner name
• Steps: Select Division → District → Taluka → Village → Enter survey number

3. Tamil Nadu — Patta Chitta

• Portal: eservices.tn.gov.in
• Search by: Survey number, Patta number, owner name
• Steps: Select District → Taluk → Village → Enter survey number → View Chitta
• See our Patta Chitta guide for detailed steps

4. Karnataka — Bhoomi

• Portal: landrecords.karnataka.gov.in
• Search by: Survey number, owner name, Khata number
• Steps: Select District → Taluk → Hobli → Village → Enter survey number

5. Rajasthan — Apna Khata

• Portal: apnakhata.rajasthan.gov.in
• Search by: Khasra number, Khata number, name
• Steps: Select District on map → Tehsil → Village → Enter Khasra number

6. Madhya Pradesh — Bhu Abhilekh

• Portal: mpbhulekh.gov.in
• Search by: Khasra number, owner name, plot number
• Steps: Select District → Tehsil → Village → Enter Khasra number

7. Haryana — Jamabandi

• Portal: jamabandi.nic.in
• Search by: Khewat/Khatoni number, owner name, survey number
• See our Jamabandi guide for detailed steps

8. Telangana — Dharani

• Portal: dharani.telangana.gov.in
• Search by: Survey number, Pattadar passbook, Aadhaar number

9. Andhra Pradesh — Meebhoomi

• Portal: meebhoomi.ap.gov.in
• Search by: Survey number, Aadhaar, owner name

10. West Bengal — Banglarbhumi

• Portal: banglarbhumi.gov.in
• Search by: Plot number, Khatian number, owner name

How to Check Village Map (Bhu Naksha)

The Bhu Naksha portal provides geo-referenced village maps showing survey numbers plotted on a map. This is useful for:

• Verifying plot boundaries visually
• Checking neighbouring survey numbers
• Identifying government or reserved land nearby

Steps to use Bhu Naksha:

1. Visit your state's Bhu Naksha portal (e.g., bhunaksha.gov.in)
2. Select State → District → Tehsil → Village
3. The village map loads with survey numbers marked
4. Click on any plot to see survey number, area, and owner details
5. Download or print the map for your records

Understanding Topo Sheets

Topographic sheets (topo sheets) are detailed maps prepared by the Survey of India (SOI). They show:

• Land contours and elevation
• Survey boundaries and numbers
• Roads, rivers, and landmarks
• Land use classifications

How to access topo sheets:

1. Visit the Survey of India portal at surveyofindia.gov.in
2. Use the Open Series Maps (OSM) section
3. Enter your location or coordinates
4. Download the relevant topo sheet
5. Cross-reference survey numbers with revenue records

Important Tips

1. Cross-verify the survey number from your sale deed with the online portal before any transaction
2. Check encumbrance — Visit the sub-registrar office or use the online EC portal to ensure the survey number is free from legal liabilities
3. Download and save RoR documents and village maps for your records
4. Revenue village vs municipal area — Survey numbers work differently in rural (revenue) and urban (municipal) areas
5. Contact the Village Administrative Officer (VAO) or Tehsildar if online records don't match physical documents

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between survey number and plot number?

A survey number is assigned by the revenue department during the original land survey. A plot number is assigned when the land is subdivided into smaller plots (e.g., in a housing layout). A single survey number can contain multiple plot numbers.

Can I find survey number using owner name?

Yes, most state land record portals allow searching by owner name. However, it is more reliable to search by survey number or Khasra number if you have it.

What if my survey number is not showing online?

This could mean the records are not yet digitized for your village, or there may be a data entry error. Visit the Tehsildar office or Sub-Registrar office to check physical records.

Is Bhu Naksha available for all states?

Most states have launched Bhu Naksha portals under the DILRMP (Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme). However, coverage varies. Some remote villages may not be mapped yet.

How do I check if land is government or private?

Revenue records (7/12, RTC, Pahani) indicate the land classification — whether it is private (patta land), government land, forest land, or reserved. Check the remarks column in the RoR document.

What is a sub-survey number?

When a surveyed plot is subdivided (through partition or sale), each subdivision gets a sub-survey number (e.g., 45/1, 45/2). The original survey number remains the same, with sub-divisions marked.

Can survey numbers change?

Survey numbers generally do not change unless there is a re-survey ordered by the government. However, sub-survey numbers may be created during land subdivision.