Banglarbhumi

Introduction to Banglarbhumi Portal

Banglarbhumi Portal is an initiative of the Department of Land and Land Reforms, Government of West Bengal, to make land records and related information easily and swiftly available. The portal is a cost-effective way of letting the citizens view the details of the land online and eliminate the necessity to visit the local land offices in the city.

The other feature the platform guarantees is that the land record system is transparent to reduce corruption and time to update land information is minimized. The portal is aimed at being welcoming to everyone including land owners, property buyers, farmers, law professionals and government authorities.

Objectives of Banglarbhumi Portal

• Transparency in Land Records: To ensure that the ownership of land and other information has been made public, and thus illegal land dealings and disputes are avoided.

• Ease of Access: The ability to provide an online platform that can ease the procedure of searching and receiving land-related documents without visiting the government offices.

• Reduction of Fraud: Frauds and fake transactions on land are eliminated and land disputes are discouraged through provision of real, authenticated land information.

• Digitization of Land Records: This will improve the system of land records management in order to make it more efficient and secure.

• Public Awareness: Creating awareness of citizens on land processes and procedures with particular attention on the rights of the citizens and their duties as owners of land.

Features of Banglarbhumi Portal

Banglarbhumi Portal is loaded with multiple important functions and can be a powerful tool to landowners, buyers, and legal authorities. Its major characteristics are:

• Online Search of Land Records: Users can search for land records such as Record of Rights (RoR), Khatian, Plot Details, and Mouza-wise Information.

• Land Conversion Status: You can check the status of land conversion (from agricultural to non-agricultural land) for various purposes, including commercial development.

• Mutation Status: Information regarding the mutation of land, i.e., the change of ownership, is available on the portal.

• Khatian Search: Khatian is a paper that captures the data of land ownership that includes the plot and the owners. This portal enables you to find Khatian information.

• Plot Information: Provides detailed information about specific plots of land, including the owner’s name, plot number, and area.

• Online Application for Land Services: The portal also allows landowners and applicants to apply online for various land services, such as mutation, land conversion, etc.

How to Access Banglarbhumi Portal

To use the Banglarbhumi Portal, follow these steps:

• Step 1: Visit the Official Portal

1. Go to the official Banglarbhumi Portal website: https://banglarbhumi.gov.in.

• Step 2: Registration

1. New users must first register on the portal by providing basic details such as name, address, contact information, and valid identification.

2. On registration, a User ID and Password will be issued to you to access the portal.

• Step 3: Login

1. On registration, access the portal with your User ID and Password.

2. After logging in, you can access a variety of land records and services.

• Step 4: Select the Service

1. Choose the service you need (e.g., search land records, check mutation status, etc.).

2. The platform provides an easy-to-navigate interface to select your desired service.

• Step 5: Enter Required Information

1. Depending on the service you select, you may need to enter details such as district, Mouza name, Khatian number, plot number, or landowner name.

• Step 6: View/Download Documents

1. Once the correct information is entered, the portal will display the relevant land records or documents. You can view the records online or download them in PDF format.

Types of Land Records Available on Banglarbhumi Portal

There are various land records in the Banglarbhumi Portal and they are made to serve different purposes. The following are the principal records that are available on the portal:

• Record of Rights (RoR)

Record of rights (RoR) is an important document that includes data regarding the ownership and the possession as well as the rights of the land. It includes details such as:

1. Name of the owner

2. Classification of land (agricultural land or non-agricultural land)

3. Area of land

4. Information on tenants (where relevant)

• Khatian : A Khatian is a document that is issued by the land revenue department whereby it captures the information concerning ownership and classification of the land. It is required to know whoever has the legal rights about a piece of land.
• Plot Information : This contains elaborate information regarding individual plots including plot number, area, and ownership information. When making transactions of the land or disputes, it is utilized in order to establish the land details.
• Mutation Status : Updating of land records in the case of change of ownership, i.e. sale, transfer, or inheritance, is referred to as mutation. Through the portal, you can be able to check the status of a mutation of a piece of land.
• Land Conversion Records : The portal gives access to the records of the land conversion process in case of converting the agricultural land to a non-agricultural one (either commercial or residential use).
• Mouza-Wise Records : Mouza is a village/local administrative unit in West Bengal. The portal allows the search of land records based on Mouza basis where he/she can receive the list of land ownerships in a particular area.

Banglarbhumi Portal How to Search Banglarbhumi Portal

• Step 1: Visit the Portal

1. Visit the official site of the Banglarbhumi Portal.

• Step 2: Select ‘Know Your Property’

1. Choose the home page Know Your Property.

2. This will take you to a search page where you can choose the kind of record which you want to view (e.g., RoR, Plot Information, Mutation Status).

• Step 3: Select the District and Enter Information

1. Select the district and the Mouza (village) you are landowners.

2. To locate the record you will be asked to fill in the Khatian number, Plot number or the Name of the owner of the land.

• Step 4: View Land Records

1. When the data has been inputted, the system will show the corresponding records, which you may look at online or download at any time.

Services Provided by Banglarbhumi Portal

• Mutation of Land : The service allows one to request a mutation (change of ownership) of land (when land is sold, inherited or transferred).
• Land Conversion : This service assists landowners to make applications to convert agricultural land to non- agricultural use, like commercial or construction.
• Application for Land Services : Applications to some land-related services can be made through the portal (they include):

1. Land change.

2. Farmland conversion.

3. Updating land records.

• Verification of Land Records : The site offers services to authenticate land documents prior to indulging in property transactions.

How to Correct Errors in Land Records

In case you observe any discrepancies in your land records, e.g., wrong ownership information and wrong plotting information, you are allowed to seek a correction by following the following steps:

• Visit the Local Land Office (or Revenue Office).

• Submit an Application along with the supporting documents that prove the correct ownership or information.

• Documents Required:

1. Old land records or RoR
2. Identity proof
3. Sale deed (if applicable)

• Wait for Verification:The local authorities will check the documents and keep the land records abreast.

Benefits of Banglarbhumi Portal

• Transparency: The portal ensures transparency by allowing citizens to easily access accurate land records.

• Convenience: Users can view or download land records from anywhere at any time, reducing the need to visit government offices.

• Efficiency: The digitization of land records speeds up various land-related processes, such as mutation and conversion.

• Reduction in Disputes: Proper and updated land records can be used to minimise land disputes and frauds.

• Access to Government Schemes: Landowners can access government schemes related to agriculture, land conversion, and property rights.

Conclusion

The Banglarbhumi Portal is also a necessary tool that people in West Bengal use to administer and retrieve records dealing with land online. You are either a farmer, landowner, purchaser of property or a legal professional; this portal simplifies land record management, facilitates transparency and minimizes land conflicts.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog is purely for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy, reliability and completeness of the content presented, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, for the same. 

We expressly disclaim any and all liability for any loss, damage or injury arising from or in connection with the use of or reliance on this information. This includes, but is not limited to, any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damage.

Further, we reserve the right to make changes to the content at any time without prior notice. For specific advice tailored to your situation, we request you to get in touch with us.