Khasra Number Explained – Meaning, How to Check, and State-Wise Portal Guide

Understanding Khasra numbers — and the related Khatauni, Khata, and Khewat terminology used across different states — is essential for anyone dealing with rural land in India, whether for a purchase, inheritance, or home loan application. This guide covers what each term means, how they differ, and provides a complete state-by-state portal directory for checking your records online.

This page covers:

What a Khasra number is and why it matters

The complete importance of Khasra numbers across five key use cases

What information a Khasra number reveals about a property

How to check your Khasra number — online and offline methods

Complete state-wise land record portal directory

Difference between Khasra, Khatauni, Khata, and Khewat numbers

A Khasra number is a unique identifier assigned to a specific parcel of land in rural areas, particularly in India. This number is part of the land revenue records maintained by the government and is used to track ownership, agricultural activities, and transactions related to the land. Each Khasra number is distinct and helps in demarcating land boundaries precisely.

The Khasra number system is integral to maintaining a detailed record of land usage and ownership, crucial for taxation, land reforms, and legal purposes. It's similar to a survey number used in urban areas but is more prevalent in rural settings.

1. Legal identification: Serves as a legal identifier for a piece of land, crucial for establishing ownership and resolving disputes over land boundaries — used as evidence of land ownership and history in legal matters
2. Land transactions: Essential in any transaction involving agricultural land — sale, purchase, or lease — helping verify ownership and ensure the land in question is accurately identified and free from disputes
3. Agricultural planning: Vital for farmers and agricultural businesses in planning and managing agricultural activities, aiding in tracking crop patterns, irrigation requirements, and soil management practices
4. Government schemes and subsidies: Many government schemes and subsidies for agriculture and rural development are linked to the Khasra number — farmers must provide it to access benefits under schemes like crop insurance, soil health cards, and fertiliser/ seed subsidies
5. Home loans and land development: Crucial for those looking to develop land or build homes in rural areas — financial institutions require this information to process home loans and ensure the land title is clear and free of encumbrances

Every landowner in rural India should obtain their Khasra number after verifying all relevant land documents during the purchase process. It acts as an official reference for a specific parcel, recorded in government land records, allowing landowners and authorities to identify a particular plot accurately and maintain organised documentation of rural land holdings.
 

With a Khasra number, you can access:

• Ownership history of the property for up to 50 years
• Precise measurement and size of the plot
• Information about the type of crops cultivated on the land
• Agricultural information — soil type, soil quality, fertility levels
• Number of trees present on the property

Overall, the Khasra number plays a key role in maintaining clarity in rural land records, reducing the chances of disputes or fraudulent transactions, and supporting transparency when buying, selling, or transferring rural land.

1. Visit the official land records website of your state
2. Choose your district, tehsil, and village from the available options
3. Enter the required details, such as the landowner's name, Khasra number, or plot/ account number
4. Once submitted, your land record appears on screen
5. View the record online, or download and print it for future reference

1. Go to the tehsildar office or local land revenue department in your area
2. Provide information such as the village name and the landowner's name
3. Officials will help locate the record and provide the relevant Khasra or Khatauni details

Today, most states in India provide online access to land records, making it considerably easier to check ownership and property information without visiting government offices.

In rural land administration, several identification numbers maintain organised records of land ownership and use, each serving a specific purpose:

• Khasra number: A unique number assigned to an individual parcel of land in rural areas, mainly used to identify a specific plot and record information such as the owner's name, the size of the land, and its type or category.
• Khatauni number: Represents a particular landholding and helps monitor ownership details and land transfers within a region, connected to individual plots belonging to a landholder.
• Khata number: Assigned when a piece of land is jointly owned by multiple individuals, recording details of all owners associated with that property and the total area collectively owned.
• Khewat number: Identifies a landowner or group of landowners within a village or specific area, useful for tracking multiple land parcels owned by the same person or family. In simple terms, the Khewat number refers to the owner, while the Khatauni number relates to the specific plots owned by that person.

Understanding Khasra numbers — along with the related Khatauni, Khata, and Khewat terminology — equips you to navigate rural land transactions, agricultural scheme applications, and home loan documentation with genuine confidence.

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