Bhulekh Himachal Pradesh Faqs

What is Bhulekh Himachal Pradesh?
Answer: It is the digitized land records system of Himachal Pradesh, allowing citizens to access ownership, Jamabandi, mutation, and other land-related details online.

What is the Himbhoomi portal?
Answer: Himbhoomi is the official portal for accessing land records in Himachal Pradesh, including Jamabandi, mutation status, circle rates, and government land bank.

How can I check land records online?
Answer: Visit himbhoomi.hp.gov.in, select your district, tehsil, and village, and search using Khasra, Khatauni, or owner name.

What is Jamabandi?
Answer: Jamabandi is the Record of Rights (RoR) document that contains ownership, cultivation, and revenue details of land parcels.

What is Khasra and Khatauni?
Answer: Khasra refers to plot-level details, while Khatauni contains information about cultivators.

Can I download Jamabandi records?
Answer: Yes, the portal allows you to view and download Jamabandi records in PDF format.

Is the Himbhoomi portal free to use?
Answer: Yes, all services on the portal are free for public access.

Can I access land records using Aadhaar?
Answer: No, Aadhaar-based search is not currently supported.

How do I verify land ownership online?
Answer: You can view ownership details on the portal, but for legal verification, consult the local Tehsil office.

What is the Government Land Bank?
Answer: It is a database of government-owned land parcels available for public viewing.

Can outsiders buy land in Himachal Pradesh?
Answer: Generally, no. Non-agriculturists and non-residents need permission under Section 118 of the HP Tenancy and Land Reforms Act.

What is Section 118?
Answer: It restricts land purchase by non-agriculturists to preserve local land rights.

How do I apply for land mutation?
Answer: Mutation applications can be submitted online via the NGDRS portal or offline at the Tehsil office.

How do I check mutation status?
Answer: Mutation status can be tracked on the Himbhoomi portal under the relevant section.

What are circle rates?
Answer: Circle rates are government-fixed minimum property values used for calculating stamp duty.

How do I check circle rates online?
Answer: Use the “Circle Rate” section on the Himbhoomi portal and select your location.

Can I view historical land records?
Answer: Yes, older Jamabandi records are available on the portal for reference.

Is there a mobile app for land records?
Answer: Yes, the mHimbhoomi app is available for Android and iOS devices.

What services are available on the mHimbhoomi app?
Answer: Jamabandi view, mutation status, circle rates, and government land bank access.

Is the portal accessible for visually impaired users?
Answer: Yes, it supports screen readers and offers accessibility features like font size adjustment and color contrast.

Can I change the language of the portal?
Answer: Some sections are available in Hindi; efforts are ongoing to make the portal bilingual.

How do I lodge a grievance online?
Answer: Use the eSamadhan link under the “eServices” menu on the portal.

How do I update incorrect land record details?
Answer: Contact the Web Information Manager listed on the portal or visit the Tehsil office.

How do I register a factory online?
Answer: Use the OFRIS — Online Factory Registration link under “eServices.”

Can I hire employees through the portal?
Answer: Yes, use the Employment Job Portal under “eServices” to search eligible candidates.

Can I view court case details online?
Answer: Yes, orders and cause lists are available under the “Judiciary” section.

Can I access Vidhan Sabha proceedings?
Answer: Yes, proceedings and questions are available on the HP Vidhan Sabha website linked from the portal.

How do I view my salary and GPF statements?
Answer: Use the eSalary mobile app available in the Mobile App Store section of the portal.

Can I pay government taxes online?
Answer: Yes, use the eChallan — Cyber Treasury link under “eServices.”

How do I get notified about job openings?
Answer: Check the “Vacancies” section or register on the Job Portal.

Can I access the portal on mobile?
Answer: Yes, the portal is mobile-friendly and accessible via Mobile.

How do I download the government telephone directory?
Answer: Use the Mobile App Store or download the PDF from the portal.

What is the NGDRS portal?
Answer: It is the National Generic Document Registration System used for property registration and mutation.

Can I view land maps online?
Answer: Yes, cadastral maps are available for many villages on the portal.

What is the process for land demarcation?
Answer: Submit a request at the Tehsil office; some services may be available online.

Can I get certified copies of land records online?
Answer: Digital copies are available for reference; certified copies must be obtained from the Tehsil office.

Is there a helpline for portal support?
Answer: Yes, contact details are available under the “Contact Us” section.

Can I change the portal’s color scheme?
Answer: Yes, accessibility options allow you to adjust colors for better visibility.

How do I report broken links or errors?
Answer: Use the feedback form or contact the Web Information Manager listed on the portal.

Can I access the portal from abroad?
Answer: Yes, the portal is accessible globally with internet connectivity.

Is there a way to view all content at once?
Answer: Use the “Site Index” link at the footer of the portal.

Can I increase or decrease text size?
Answer: Yes, font size adjustment options are available at the top right corner of the portal.

Is the portal WCAG compliant?
Answer: Yes, it follows Web Content Accessibility Guidelines for inclusive access.

Can I access the portal in regional languages?
Answer: Currently, Hindi and English are supported; regional language support is limited.

How do I get updates about new content?
Answer: Check the announcements section or use the uHimachal mobile app.

Can I view revenue maps and boundaries?
Answer: Yes, revenue maps are available for many areas on the portal.

How do I register complaints about land disputes?
Answer: Use the eSamadhan grievance redressal system or visit the local revenue office.

Can I get land ownership details by name?
Answer: Yes, search by owner name is available on the portal.