In Punjab, "Jamabandi/ Nakal" refers to a land record document that contains detailed information about land ownership, cultivation, and other related aspects within a village. It serves as a crucial document for verifying land ownership and facilitating legal transactions related to land in the state of Punjab.
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Why do we need Jamabandi?
- Proof of Ownership: If anyone questions your land, the Jamabandi is your strongest evidence.
- Buying/Selling Land: Always needed to make sure the transaction is smooth and legal.
- Getting Loans: Banks ask for it to see if the land can be used for security.
- Government Help: Farmers often need it for crop loans, subsidies, etc.
- Legal Disputes: If there's a fight about land ownership, the Jamabandi is used in court.
What Information is available in Punjab Jamabandi?
- Owner's Name: Who the land legally belongs to.
- Land Size & Type: How big it is and if it's used for farming, houses, etc.
- Cultivation Details: What crops are grown (if it's farmland).
- Taxes: Information about the land taxes that need to be paid.
- Encumbrances: Any loans, legal issues, or other claims on the land.
How to obtain Jamabandi in Punjab?
The Revenue Department, Punjab provides the Jamabandi Nakal both Online and Offline.
Online
2. Select "Jamabandi Nakal Type" i.e. Owner Name wise, Khewat No. wise, Khasra No. wise or Khatauni No. wise depending upon the availability of information to see the fard.
3. For example if we select "Khasra No. Wise". just select your Khasra No, fill in Captcha Code and Click on "View Report" to view your Jamabandi.
4. You'll see your Jamabandi on the screen. Now you can download or print it.
Offline
- Go to Tehsil Office
- Visit the Revenue Department (Patwarkhana)
- Provide Jamabandi Information like Owner Name, Khasra No. and Khewat Number & Pay Fees
- Collect Your Jamabandi
If you want to obtain a Copy of Jamabandi Nakal in Punjab through eSahayak, we can help you out. Just click upon "Get Jamabandi Now", fill in the required details, submit your request and within 24 hours you will have your land record directly on whatsapp.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Start from the top, where you'll find details like the revenue village's boundary number, the Jamabandi year (usually updated every few years), and the village, tehsil, and district names.
2. The first column usually contains the Khewat number or the number khewat.
3. Move across the rows to find information about landowners, land measurements, types of land use, and any encumbrances or legal issues associated with the land.
4. Pay attention to any mutation entries, which document changes in ownership or other details of the land.
5. Review the survey sketch or map provided, showing the layout and boundaries of the land along with neighbouring plots and landmarks.