Karimnagar’s Suresh was about to pay ₹18 lakh for a 2-acre plot. The seller showed documents — all seemed fine. His friend suggested checking the survey number on Bhu Bharathi portal first.
He entered the survey number. The map showed the plot boundaries. One corner of the plot overlapped with a government road reservation — nearly 30 guntas. The seller knew. Suresh didn’t.
He walked away. ₹18 lakh saved. In 4 minutes. On a phone.
Village cadastral maps with survey numbers in Telangana are now available free online — no office visit, no waiting. The main portal is Bhu Bharathi (launched April 2025, replacing Dharani). Every agricultural plot in Telangana has a unique survey number — and its exact boundaries are visible online.
Main Portal: bhubharati.telangana.gov.in GIS/Map (also works): dharani.telangana.gov.in/gis CCLA Telangana: ccla.telangana.gov.in
Quick Answer (త్వరిత సమాధానం): Survey number map: bhubharati.telangana.gov.in → Maps → District/Mandal/Village → Survey No Owner name from survey no: bhubharati.telangana.gov.in → ROR 1B/Pahani → Survey No Old GIS (still works): dharani.telangana.gov.in/gis → Survey No → Plot boundary Certified Tippon: Meeseva → Survey Sketch (Tippon) Helpline: 1800-599-4788
Two Portals — Which One to Use?
| Portal | What it does | Status |
|---|---|---|
| bhubharati.telangana.gov.in | Cadastral maps, ROR 1B, Pahani, Bhudhaar | ✅ Active — use this |
| dharani.telangana.gov.in/gis | GIS maps — survey boundaries | ✅ Maps still work |
| dharani.telangana.gov.in | Old portal — records | ⚠️ Replaced by Bhu Bharathi |
| meeseva.telangana.gov.in | Certified Tippon (official sketch) | ✅ For court/bank |
Bhu Bharathi = new portal from April 2025. Dharani GIS maps still work for boundary viewing.
Method 1 — Bhu Bharathi Portal (Recommended)
Step 1: Go to bhubharati.telangana.gov.in
Step 2: Click “Maps” or “Cadastral Map”
Step 3: Select:
- District
- Mandal
- Village (exact name — Telugu spelling)
Step 4: Village map loads — all survey numbers visible as a grid
Step 5: Click on your survey number on the map
Step 6: Plot details appear:
- Survey number
- Extent (area in acres/guntas)
- Owner name (Pattadar name)
- Land classification
- Bhudhaar number
Step 7: Download / Screenshot the map view
Method 2 — Dharani GIS (Maps Still Work)
dharani.telangana.gov.in/gis:
Step 1: Open dharani.telangana.gov.in/gis
Step 2: Select District → Mandal → Village
Step 3: Type survey number → Search
Step 4: Plot highlighted on map → boundaries visible
Dharani GIS = good for quick boundary check. For ownership records, use Bhu Bharathi.
Method 3 — ISRO Bhuvan (Satellite View)
For satellite + cadastral overlay:
bhuvan.nrsc.gov.in → Thematic Services → Land Records → Telangana → Survey number overlay
95% accuracy. Useful for comparing satellite image with cadastral boundary. Good for spotting encroachments.
Survey Number — What Is It?
Every agricultural land parcel in Telangana = unique Survey Number (సర్వే నంబర్). Assigned by Survey Department — permanent identifier. Urban areas = Plot Number (different system). Survey number = key to finding any land record, map, or ownership.
Where to find your survey number:
- Pattadar Passbook
- ROR 1B document
- Sale deed / registration document
- Previous Pahani copy
What the Map Shows
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Plot boundary | Exact coordinates — GPS accurate |
| Survey number | Printed on each parcel |
| Adjacent plots | Neighbouring survey numbers visible |
| Roads/water | Government roads, water bodies, drains marked |
| Land type | Wet/dry/government/assigned land colour-coded |
Before buying: Always check if any part of the plot overlaps with road reservation, nala (drain), or government land.
⭐ Bhudhaar — Telangana’s Land Aadhaar
New in 2025-26:
Bhudhaar = 14-digit unique ID for every land parcel in Telangana. Like Aadhaar for humans — but for land. Visible on Bhu Bharathi map when you click a survey number. All future land transactions, mutations, and records will use Bhudhaar.
Survey Number — How to Find Owner Name
Step 1: bhubharati.telangana.gov.in
Step 2: “ROR 1B” or “Pahani” option
Step 3: District → Mandal → Village → Survey Number
Step 4: ROR 1B/Pahani appears:
- Pattadar name (current owner)
- Extent
- Land type
- Encumbrances (loans/liabilities if any)
This is the primary ownership verification step before any land purchase.
⭐ Certified Tippon — For Court and Bank
Official survey sketch — legally valid:
Free maps from Bhu Bharathi = for information only. For court cases, bank loans, disputes = Certified Tippon needed.
How to get Certified Tippon: meeseva.telangana.gov.in → Land Records → Survey Sketch (Tippon) → District/Mandal/Village/Survey No → Pay fee → Download
Processing: Usually same day or next day. Digitally signed = court and bank accepted.
⭐ ST Village Maps — What Is It?
“S T village maps with survey numbers” — what searchers mean:
S.T. (Scheduled Tribe) assigned lands in Telangana = separate category on Bhu Bharathi. S.T. assigned land = restrictions on sale/transfer. Map shows S.T. land in different colour/classification. Buying S.T. land without government permission = illegal.
Check if land is S.T. assigned: bhubharati.telangana.gov.in → Pahani → Land classification field → If “S.T. Assigned” appears — do not proceed without legal advice.
GPS Boundary Verification — 2026
New feature in Bhu Bharathi:
Go to the land physically → Open Bhu Bharathi map on phone. GPS shows your current location on the cadastral map. You can visually verify: am I standing inside or outside the surveyed boundary? Useful for spotting encroachments, road widening impacts, disputed boundaries.
Common Problems + Fix
“Village not found in dropdown”: Try Telugu spelling instead of English. Or try nearby village — smaller hamlets may be listed under parent village.
“Survey number not showing on map”: Some old survey numbers were renumbered after re-survey. Check latest Pahani for current survey number. Or visit Mandal Revenue Office.
“Map is blank / not loading”: Use Chrome on desktop. Avoid peak hours (10 AM–2 PM). Mobile = app may be slower than desktop browser.
“Owner name showing old name after sale”: Mutation not done yet. After purchase, mutation must be done at Tahsildar office to update owner name.
“Plot shows government land — but I have documents”: Check with CCLA office. Some surveys have errors. File correction application through Bhu Bharathi → Grievance section.
FAQ — తరచుగా అడిగే ప్రశ్నలు (Frequently Asked Questions)
How to view village maps with survey numbers in Telangana? (తెలంగాణలో గ్రామ మ్యాప్ సర్వే నంబర్ తో ఎలా చూడాలి?) bhubharati.telangana.gov.in → Maps → District/Mandal/Village → Click survey number → Plot boundary and owner details visible.
How to find owner name from survey number? bhubharati.telangana.gov.in → ROR 1B/Pahani → Village → Survey number → Owner name visible on screen.
What is the difference between Bhu Bharathi and Dharani GIS? Bhu Bharathi = new portal (2025) = full records and maps. Dharani GIS = old portal = maps still work but for ownership records, use Bhu Bharathi.
Where to get Certified Tippon? meeseva.telangana.gov.in → Survey Sketch (Tippon). For court/bank use — free portal map not accepted.
How to identify S.T. assigned land on the map? Pahani → Land classification field → If “S.T. Assigned” is shown — seek legal advice before any purchase.
Helpline: 1800-599-4788 | bhubharati.telangana.gov.in
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Bhu Bharathi (Main) | bhubharati.telangana.gov.in |
| Dharani GIS (Maps) | dharani.telangana.gov.in/gis |
| Certified Tippon | meeseva.telangana.gov.in |
| CCLA Telangana | ccla.telangana.gov.in |
| ISRO Bhuvan | bhuvan.nrsc.gov.in |
| Helpline | 1800-599-4788 |
Suresh did not buy that plot. He found another 2-acre plot — checked boundaries on Bhu Bharathi first — clean. Bought it. ₹18 lakh well spent.
Telangana land buyers — always check bhubharati.telangana.gov.in before any purchase. 4 minutes now can save lakhs later. తెలంగాణ భూమి కొనుగోలుదారులు — కొనుగోలుకు ముందు bhubharati.telangana.gov.in లో తప్పనిసరిగా సర్వే నంబర్ చెక్ చేయండి।
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