Accessing Land Records in West Bengal: A Comprehensive Guide
The Directorate of Land Records and Surveys, under the Government of West Bengal, diligently maintains and updates Mauza maps (also known as Cadastral Maps) and Records of Rights for over 42,000 Mauzas across the state. With all blocks now operational, citizens can quickly obtain certified copies of records on pre-printed stationery from Block Land & Land Reforms Office (BL&LRO) offices. Several options exist for accessing Banglarbhumi LR-RS Plot Information.
Retrieving Banglarbhumi RS-LR Plot Details:
To access plot details, follow these steps:
- Visit the official Banglarbhumi website: Here
- Enter your “Mouza Identification” details.
- Select the appropriate District, Block, and Mouza.
- Choose either Sabek Dag -> Hal Dag (LR Plot Number) or Hal Dag -> Sabek Dag (RS Plot Number).
- Click the “Submit” button.
- Review the displayed Banglarbhumi Mouza Identification Maps.
Viewing Banglarbhumi Block/Mouza Maps:
To view Block/Mouza Maps, follow these steps:
- Access this link: Here
- Select the relevant District, Block, and Mouza.
- Proceed to view the map.
Obtaining Certified Copies of Banglarbhumi Mauza Maps:
Here's what you must know about the Certified Copies:
- The West Bengal Directorate of Land Records and Surveys does not directly sell Mouza maps.
- Cadastral Survey (C.S.) and Revenue Survey (R.S.) Mauza Maps may be available for purchase at the District Magistrate’s Office, subject to stock availability.
- For LR Maps, contact the relevant Block and Land Reforms Office (BL&LRO), where you can purchase them if the Finally Published Mauza Map exists.
- If C.S. or R.S. Mauza maps are unavailable at the District Magistrate’s Record Room, a certified copy of the specific plot and adjacent land details can be obtained from the District Land & Land Reforms Officer of the concerned district.
- Certified copies of portions of the C.S. Mauza map and the C.S & R.S Mauza maps of areas within the Howrah and Garden Reach Municipalities, along with the Holding Register of the said municipal areas, can be obtained from the West Bengal Drawing Office Record Room at the Directorate of Land Records and Surveys, West Bengal, if the records are available.
Downloading the Banglarbhumi Mobile App:
For convenient access to land information, consider downloading the Banglarbhumi app on your smartphone. Here’s how:
- For Android Users: Unlock your phone, open Google Play, and search for "BanglarBhumi APK." Select an app from the search results, install it, and start utilizing the service.
- For iOS Users: Unlock your phone, go to the App Store, and search for "BanglarBhumi APK." Choose an app from the results, install it, and enjoy the service.
If there are any questions about using the Banglarbhumi APK app, please leave a comment. Further instructions on using the App will follow.
Accessing Certified Copies of West Bengal Land Records:
This provision for obtaining certified copies of pre-printed legal authority documents is available at the nearest BL&LRO office within your West Bengal jurisdiction. These certified copies of maps (West Bengal Mauza maps), duly signed and stamped by the issuing authority in West Bengal, are valid for legal purposes across the country.
These copies are officially known as “Banglarbhumi.gov.in Certified Copies of West Bengal Land Records.”