A plot map — called Bhu Naksha in Bihar — is the official cadastral map showing a specific plot's boundary, shape, area, and khasra number in relation to its neighbouring plots within a village.
It matters because text records like the Jamabandi tell you who owns a plot, but only the map shows you where it actually sits and how big it really is — a mismatch between the two is one of the most common sources of boundary disputes in Bihar.
This guide covers what a plot map actually shows, how to check it online through Bihar's Bhu Naksha portal, what it costs, and how to spot a map that doesn't match ground reality. Whether you're buying land, resolving a boundary question with a neighbour, or simply confirming a plot's shape before you visit it in person, this is the map you'll want to pull first.
Section 1 — What is a Plot Map in Bihar?
Before diving into the official cadastral map for a specific khasra number, it can help to first see the broader listing context — the 2Bigha interactive map for Bihar lets you browse land in Bihar for sale across the state visually before narrowing down to one plot's official Bhu Naksha.
Definition: A plot map (Bhu Naksha) is the digital cadastral map showing the exact boundary polygon, shape, area, and khasra number of a specific plot, along with its position relative to neighbouring plots in the same mauza.
It's often confused with the Jamabandi or khatauni text records, but the map serves a distinct function — while the Jamabandi tells you who owns a plot and the khatauni lists its area on paper, only the Bhu Naksha shows you the plot's actual physical shape, its boundaries, and which plots border it on each side. A plot's paperwork can be perfectly in order while its map still reveals a shape or boundary issue worth investigating.
A buyer needs this specifically before visiting a plot for a purchase, to confirm the boundaries match what's being represented, when resolving a dispute with a neighbouring landholder, or when applying for services (like a building plan) that require confirmation of the plot's exact layout.
State-specific note: On Bihar's Bhu Naksha portal, you typically need to select District, Sub-Division, Circle, and Mauza first, then locate your plot either by clicking its shape on the displayed map or searching directly by sheet and plot number — trying to search by plot number alone without first narrowing to the correct mauza often returns no result.
Expert tip: Don't treat the online map as a substitute for a physical boundary check when buying land. Cadastral maps are based on the last formal survey, and on-ground encroachment, informal boundary shifts, or outdated survey data can all create a gap between what the map shows and what's actually staked out on the land — for anything beyond a routine reference check, get a fresh Amin (surveyor) measurement before finalising a purchase.
Section 2 — How to Get a Plot Map in Bihar?
Plot maps are available free online, with a certified LPM report available on request. This step is especially useful if you're selling property online, since a verified plot map builds buyer trust before a site visit even happens. Here's how the options compare:
Method | Cost | Time | Legally valid for registration? |
Online (view/print on portal) | Free | Instant | Good for reference and due diligence |
Online (LPM report download) | Nominal fee, where applicable | Instant to a few hours | Useful supporting document |
Offline (Circle Office certified copy) | Nominal fee | A few days | Yes, for formal/legal purposes |
Visit the Bhu Naksha portal
Go to bhunaksha.bihar.gov.in and select "View Map" on the homepage.
Select the location
Choose District, Sub-Division, Circle, and Mauza to load the cadastral map for that village.
Locate your plot
Click your plot directly on the displayed map, or use the search option to find it by sheet number and khasra (plot) number.
View plot info
Check the Plot Info panel that appears, showing the plot's area and basic ownership reference.
Generate the LPM report
Click the LPM (Land Parcel Map) Report button to view a downloadable, printable version of the plot's map with its details.
Visit the Circle Office
Go to the Anchal (Circle) office covering the mauza and ask for the land map/survey record section.
Provide plot details
Give the mauza, sheet number, and khasra number for the plot you need mapped.
Request a certified copy
Pay the nominal fee for a signed, certified copy of the plot map suitable for formal use.
This usually takes a few days depending on office workload. Before relying on the map for a major decision, cross-check the plot's shown boundaries against physical landmarks on-site, and against what neighbouring landholders confirm as the boundary.
Section 3 — What Does a Plot Map Contain?
A Bhu Naksha / LPM report combines a visual and a data view of the same plot — this is where a land plot map bihar search earns its usefulness, by connecting the shape you see to the numbers in the text records.
Field | What it means | What to check |
Plot boundary polygon | The visual outline/shape of the plot | Compare the shape against what you observe physically on the ground |
Plot/khasra number | Identifies this exact plot within the mauza | Confirm it matches the sale deed and Jamabandi records |
Area | Measured size shown on the map | Compare against the area stated in the khatauni and sale deed |
Neighbouring plot numbers | Plots bordering this one on each side | Useful for confirming boundaries with adjoining landholders |
Sheet number & mauza | Which survey sheet and village this plot falls under | Confirm consistency with all other records for the land |
Good sign: A reliable plot map shows a clearly defined boundary polygon whose area matches the khatauni and sale deed figures, consistent khasra numbering with the text records, and neighbouring plot references that align with what adjoining landholders themselves recognise as the boundary on-site.
Section 4 — Common Issues & How to Fix Them
Even with the records in order, the online process doesn't always go smoothly — a plot may not load, boundaries may look off, or a report may fail to generate. Most of these are minor and have a straightforward fix once you know where to look. If you run into trouble at any stage, the Plot Map in Bihar -official website is the right place to start troubleshooting or to double-check your search inputs.
Plot not found on the map despite correct mauza selection — the plot may fall under an updated survey not yet fully digitised. Fix: check with the Circle Office whether the plot has a corresponding number under the current survey.
Map boundary doesn't match physical possession on-site — encroachment or an outdated survey. Fix: request a fresh Amin (surveyor) measurement to reconcile the map against actual ground boundaries.
The area shown on the map differs from the khatauni's stated area — a data inconsistency between departments. Fix: raise a correction request through Parimarjan with supporting survey documentation.
Neighbouring plot boundaries appear to overlap — a common source of disputes. Fix: involve the Circle Officer and, where needed, a formal Amin survey to resolve the exact shared boundary.
LPM report download fails or is slow to generate. Fix: retry during off-peak hours, or request a certified copy directly from the Circle Office instead.
Map shows an old, pre-subdivision plot shape after a recent partition. Fix: confirm the subdivision has been formally recorded, and follow up with the Circle Office for the updated map if it isn't yet reflected.
Section 5 — Recent Changes in 2026
No major changes have been reported as of August 2026.
Section 6 — Why a Plot Map Matters for Land Buyers
Shows the actual shape and boundaries of a plot, not just its area on paper
Helps you confirm you're looking at the correct land before visiting the site or making an offer
Useful for identifying neighbouring plots and landholders before finalising a purchase
Supports resolving boundary disputes with documented, official reference rather than informal understanding alone
Often required alongside other land records when applying for a building plan or NA conversion order
A key reference when comparing property plots side by side across different property plots and locations in Bihar
Section 7 — Plot Map (Bhu Naksha) vs. Khatauni
These two are complementary rather than competing — one shows the plot visually, the other describes it in text.
Record | What it shows | Best used for |
Plot Map (Bhu Naksha) | The visual boundary, shape, and area of a plot | Confirming physical layout and neighbouring boundaries |
Khatauni | The textual list of khasra numbers, area, and owner under a khata | Confirming ownership and land classification details |
Serious buyers typically check both together, not one instead of the other. If you're selling property online, including a clear plot map alongside the khatauni in your listing on real estate websites gives buyers browsing plots for sale in Bihar real confidence in the land's boundaries before they even schedule a site visit.
Section 8 — Related Documents
Khasra Bihar Land Records
Khatauni Bihar Land Records
Dakhil Kharij (Mutation) Bihar
Title Deed Bihar
Building Plan Bihar
