The Property Card is an official document issued by the government that serves as proof of ownership or rights over a specific piece of property. In the context of India, these cards are used to identify and record the legal ownership of land and property. They are part of efforts to streamline property management and reduce disputes related to ownership.

The Property Card is an official document issued by the government that serves as proof of ownership or rights over a specific piece of property. In the context of India, these cards are used to identify and record the legal ownership of land and property. They are part of efforts to streamline property management and reduce disputes related to ownership.

Key Features of Property Cards in India:

1. Proof of Ownership:

A property card confirms the legal ownership of a property, providing assurance to owners and clarity in case of disputes.

2. Details Recorded:

Name of the owner

Property dimensions

Property identification number

Location details

Historical records of ownership

Land use (e.g., residential, commercial, agricultural)

3. Digital Integration:

Many state governments have digitized property records as part of initiatives like the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP).

Property cards are often linked with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to improve accuracy.

4. Utility:

Facilitates property transactions like sale, lease, or mortgage.

Serves as legal evidence in courts during disputes.

Helps the government track property taxes and land use.

5. Implementation:

The issuance of property cards falls under the jurisdiction of local municipal or revenue authorities, depending on the state.

Urban areas often use property tax cards, while rural regions may refer to them as land records or ROR (Record of Rights).

6. Recent Developments:

Under the SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas) scheme launched in 2020, rural landowners are issued property cards based on drone surveys. This aims to give villagers legal ownership and reduce disputes.

How to Obtain a Property Card:

Visit the Local Revenue Department: For manual procedures, applications can be submitted to the Tehsildar's or Revenue Office.

Online Portals: Many states offer online services for obtaining property cards. Examples include:

Maharashtra (Mahabhulekh)

Karnataka (Bhoomi)

Tamil Nadu (Patta-Chitta portal)

Uttar Pradesh (Bhulekh)

Importance of Property Cards:

Legal Clarity: Reduces ambiguity in property ownership.

Economic Value: Facilitates collateral use in loans or property transactions.

Ease of Governance: Simplifies tax collection and urban planning.

If you are looking for information about specific property cards, such as those for a particular state or scheme, let me know!