BhuNaksha AP

In Andhra Pradesh, understanding your land's physical boundaries is just as important as owning the paper deed. BhuNaksha AP is the digital gateway that makes this possible, transforming complicated paper maps into accessible online data.

What is BhuNaksha AP?

BhuNaksha AP is an online portal developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) for the Government of Andhra Pradesh. It serves as a specialized Geographic Information System (GIS) designed to digitize and manage Cadastral Maps (also known as FMB or Field Measurement Books).

Think of it as the "Google Maps" for land ownership. While a standard map shows you roads and cities, BhuNaksha shows you the exact legal shape, size, and boundaries of individual land parcels.

BhuNaksha AP: Login and Access Procedure

Accessing land maps in Andhra Pradesh is designed to be user-friendly. Most public services do not require a complex registration for basic viewing.

How to View Your Land Map:

Visit the Official Portal: Go to the Meehoomi AP website or the dedicated BhuNaksha AP portal.
Select "Grama Naksha": On the homepage, look for the 'Grama Naksha' (Village Map) option.
Enter Location Details: You will need to select:
- District
- Zone (Mandal)
- Village
View Map: Once selected, the cadastral map of the village will load. You can then click on specific survey numbers to see individual plot details.

Understanding Cadastral Mapping

A Cadastral Map is a highly detailed map that shows the boundaries and ownership of land parcels. In the context of Andhra Pradesh, these are often referred to as FMB (Field Measurement Book) sketches.

Unlike a general map, a cadastral map includes:

Precise dimensions of the land.
Unique survey numbers for identification.
Positions of landmarks or boundary stones.
The relationship of one plot to neighboring plots.

Role of Land Maps in NLRMP

The Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (NLRMP), now known as DILRMP, aims to digitize all land records in India. BhuNaksha plays a pivotal role in this mission by:

Integration: It links textual records (like the Adangal or 1-B) with spatial records (the map). This means when a name changes on a deed, the map reflects the current ownership status.
Eliminating Errors: Digital maps reduce the "human error" involved in hand-drawing sketches, ensuring that the area mentioned in the document matches the actual ground reality.

G2G and G2C Services

BhuNaksha AP acts as a bridge between the government and the citizen through two main service types:

Service Category	Description	Examples
G2C (Government to Citizen)	Direct services provided to the public to increase transparency.	Viewing village maps, downloading FMB sketches, and verifying land boundaries before purchase.
G2G (Government to Government)	Internal data sharing between different departments.	Revenue departments sharing data with Agriculture or Registration departments for loan verification or land transfers.

BhuNaksha Uses and Benefits

Using a digital land map offers several advantages over traditional methods:

Transparency: It prevents land fraud by allowing buyers to verify if the plot shown by a seller actually exists in the government records.
Ease of Access: You no longer need to visit the Tehsildar's office and wait for days to see a village map.
Dispute Resolution: Precise digital boundaries help settle "encroachment" issues where one neighbor might be building on another’s land.
Loan Processing: Banks use these digitized maps to verify the collateral before approving agricultural or home loans.

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