Checking land ownership and property records on a smartphone is essential for landowners, buyers, and farmers. If you hold property in West Bengal, using the wb land info app allows you to quickly browse publicly accessible Banglarbhumi records, look up khatian numbers, track plot (dag) classifications, and calculate land measurements directly on your phone.
Land records are useful for preliminary checks, but a mobile search result alone does not establish ownership or satisfy every loan, registration or court requirement. This guide explains how to navigate the utility to verify your land information accurately.
Overview of the WB Land Info App for Banglarbhumi Records
The WB Land Info app (Google Play download) is an independent citizen utility designed to provide a smooth, mobile-friendly interface for public land records in West Bengal. Rather than navigating heavy desktop portals on a slow phone browser, users can enter basic location details to check property information in both Bengali and English.
It is important to understand that utility applications of this type serve as practical viewing tools for public records. They do not replace the official Banglarbhumi portal, which offers Record of Rights and signed-copy services; check the receiving authority’s current copy requirements. For everyday checks, preliminary property verification, and quick field reference, a mobile tool simplifies the entire lookup workflow. For a deeper breakdown of practical use cases, explore our WB Land Info review.
Searching Land Records by Khatian Number
In West Bengal land administration, a khatian represents the record of rights (ROR) account assigned to a landholder or group of co-sharers within a specific mouza. If you already have your khatian number from an older deed, tax receipt, or family document, you can inspect the full account details easily.
- Open the application on your mobile device and select the record search feature.
- Select your administrative location details: choose your District, Block, and Mouza from the available options.
- Choose the search mode by Khatian.
- Enter your khatian number into the input field.
- Submit your search to retrieve the list of recorded co-sharers, total share proportions, and all plot numbers attached to that khatian account.
Review the spellings of owner names and total area carefully. If you notice any discrepancy between your physical deed and the digital khatian ledger, you may need to file a correction petition through official revenue channels.
Searching Records by Plot (Dag) Number
When evaluating a piece of agricultural or residential property before purchase, or when confirming boundary divisions, you may only know the specific plot number (known locally as the dag number). The application allows you to search records from the plot perspective as well.
- Navigate to the property search section and select your District, Block, and Mouza.
- Select the search option by Plot or Dag number.
- Enter the specific plot number. If the land has been sub-divided, ensure you include any applicable split markings as listed on local records.
- Submit the query to view the plot ledger.
Available plot results may show area, classification and linked khatian details. Treat these as a starting point for due diligence; cross-check the current official record, deed, mutation history and any encumbrances before a purchase.
Checking Land Classification and Mutation Details
Recorded land classification can affect permitted use; confirm current local rules before changing use. Revenue records categorize land into types such as Sali (agricultural crop land), Bastu (homestead or residential land), Doba (water body or pond), or commercial categories. Using agricultural land for non-agricultural purposes without an authorized conversion can lead to legal penalties.
When viewing a plot record, pay special attention to the recorded classification. If physical use and the recorded classification differ, do not infer the legal conversion status from the app alone; check the official conversion record.
Additionally, keeping track of mutation proceedings is vital after registering a sale deed or inheriting family property. The app listing describes mutation-status and hearing-notice tools; availability of a particular record depends on the official service. For more details on tracking hearings and notices, you can read our guide on mutation hearing updates and reports.
Using Built-in Area Measurement and Unit Converters
In West Bengal, land area is recorded and transacted using multiple traditional and standard systems. While official land records often list area in acres or decimals, local transactions, farmers, and family settlements routinely discuss land in traditional units such as:
- Bigha: A common regional land measure.
- Katha (or Cottah): The standard subdivision of a Bigha.
- Chatak: A smaller fractional unit used primarily for residential and homestead parcels.
- Acre and Square Feet: Standard legal and engineering units used in modern deeds and structural planning.
Manually converting between Chatak, Katha, Bigha, and Acres can easily cause calculation errors during negotiations. The built-in converter within the application lets you type an area figure in any chosen unit and instantly see the equivalent values across all common regional and standard systems, ensuring clarity before you finalize agreements.
How to Save and Share Land Information Reports
When you conduct field checks or review ancestral lands with family members, maintaining a record of your searches avoids repeated lookups. The application allows users to bookmark searches and save generated information summaries locally on their devices.
- Saving Bookmarks: Save frequently checked mouzas, khatian accounts, or plot queries to your personal bookmarks for one-tap retrieval.
- Sharing Summaries: Share the generated property summary with family members or legal advisors via messaging applications or document sharing utilities on your phone.
- Data Security: Do not assume saved records or searches are completely private. Google Play’s developer-provided Data safety information says the app may share location, app performance information and device identifiers with third parties, and may collect app performance information. Review permissions and the current Data safety panel.
Next Steps for Landowners
If you are planning to purchase land, apply for an agricultural loan, or update ancestral property records, start by verifying your details through mobile search tools. Once you confirm that the preliminary khatian and plot records match your expectations, visit the official state portal for available signed-copy requests and formal mutation services. For direct links to state-level registries and revenue systems across states, visit our central government portals directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the WB Land Info app an official government app?
No. The WB Land Info app is an independent citizen utility developed to help users search and view publicly available land records easily on mobile devices. The official Banglarbhumi portal is the primary source for state records and services.
Can I use records viewed on mobile as legal proof in court?
Online search results and mobile summaries are meant for informational reference and preliminary verification. For legal proceedings, loans or registration, ask the receiving authority which current official or certified copy it accepts; the Banglarbhumi portal lists signed ROR services.
What is the difference between searching by Khatian and searching by Plot?
A Khatian search displays all plots and land shares owned by a specific landholder or family account within a mouza. A Plot (Dag) search shows details about a specific piece of physical land, including its total area, land classification, and all owners holding shares in that plot.
What should I do if my name is misspelled in the digital land record?
If there is an error in owner names, parentage, or share allocations, you need to apply for a correction of record through the official state land revenue portal or submit an application to your local Block Land & Land Reforms Office (BLLRO) along with your supporting registered deed documents.
Sources checked 23 October 2026: West Bengal Land & Land Reforms Department — Banglarbhumi, WB Land Info on Google Play, and its developer-provided Data safety disclosure. This is an independent app, not a government service. App features and official records may change. Image credit: original AI illustration created for SarkariAsk; it is not an app screenshot or official record.