Overview
In Bihar, the khesra (plot number) is recorded in the khatiyan (record of rights) and confirmed by the jamabandi (revenue settlement). These are the primary documents for land ownership in Bihar and are available free online through the Bihar Bhumi portal. The 1acre survey-number map for Bihar is coming soon — it will let you find khesra by location directly on the map.
This page explains what these documents mean, where to find them, and how to use them when searching for property records in Bihar.
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1. Khesra (खेसरा):
The plot number that identifies each parcel of land in Bihar. It is unique within a revenue block and is the foundation identifier for all land records.
2. Khatiyan (खतियान):
The record of rights in Bihar. It lists the khesra, area in decimals, owner names, and shares for each plot. It is the primary proof of ownership.
3. Jamabandi (जमाबंदी):
The revenue settlement record issued by the Revenue Department. It confirms landholding and is required for official transactions and disputes.
4. Bhu Naksha (भू नक्शा):
The village land map showing plot boundaries, khesra numbers, and area. It is prepared and maintained by the Revenue Department.
5. Bihar Bhumi Portal:
The free official website (biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in) run by Bihar Revenue Department where you can search and download khesra, khatiyan, and jamabandi.
Which record, which portal — for what
Different tasks need different records and portals. Here is the map.
What you want to do
Record / term
Where — official & free
Find a survey number by location
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On the 1acre map — coming soon for this state
Search by khesra or owner name
Khatiyan (ROR)
Bihar Bhumi — biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in
View plot boundaries and khesra map
Bhu Naksha
Bihar Bhu Naksha — bhunaksha.bihar.gov.in
Get revenue settlement & ownership proof
Jamabandi
Bihar Bhumi — biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in
Search using village and plot location
Khatiyan & Jamabandi
Bihar Bhumi — biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in
What you want to do
Record / term
Where — official & free
Find a survey number by location
—
On the 1acre map — coming soon for this state
Search by khesra or owner name
Khatiyan (ROR)
Bihar Bhumi — biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in
View plot boundaries and khesra map
Bhu Naksha
Bihar Bhu Naksha — bhunaksha.bihar.gov.in
Get revenue settlement & ownership proof
Jamabandi
Bihar Bhumi — biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in
Search using village and plot location
Khatiyan & Jamabandi
Bihar Bhumi — biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in
Online downloads are reference documents. For legal transactions and registration, obtain a certified copy (satyapit nakal) from the sub-divisional office or Circle office.
Go deeper — free Bihar record guides
Primary reference
Bihar Bhumi (Revenue Department) — biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in
Map reference
Bihar Bhu Naksha — bhunaksha.bihar.gov.in
Coverage
All revenue villages and revenue blocks in Bihar
Note
Bihar Bhumi and Bhu Naksha are free government portals. Avoid third-party sites that charge fees for land record downloads or verification.
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