MeeBhoomi, launched by the Andhra Pradesh Revenue Department in June 2015, is a digital platform designed to provide transparent and accessible land record services. Available at meebhoomi.ap.gov.in, it empowers citizens to access critical land-related documents online, reducing the need for physical visits to government offices.
Key Features and Services
MeeBhoomi offers a range of services to streamline land record management:
- Adangal/Pahani: Detailed records on land type, soil, crops, irrigation sources, and ownership.
- Record of Rights (ROR-1B): Ownership history, survey numbers, and land extent.
- Village Maps and Field Measurement Book (FMB): Visual maps and precise boundary measurements.
- Electronic Passbook: A digital document consolidating all land holdings for an individual.
- Aadhaar Linking: Enhances security by linking land records to Aadhaar numbers.
- Land Conversion and Mutation: Supports applications for changing land use and updating records post-transactions.
- Land Dispute Status: Access to court dispute details by district.
How to Access MeeBhoomi
To view land records:
- Visit meebhoomi.ap.gov.in.
- Select the desired service (e.g., “మీ అడంగల్/గ్రామ అడంగల్” for Adangal or “మీ 1-బి/గ్రామ 1-బి” for ROR-1B).
- Enter details like District, Mandal, Village, and Survey Number or Khata Number.
- Complete the CAPTCHA and click “Submit” to view records.
- Download or print the document for reference.
Benefits
- Time and Cost Savings: Eliminates the need to visit government offices.
- Transparency: Public access to records reduces fraud and disputes.
- Agricultural Support: Adangal and passbooks help farmers secure loans and subsidies.
- Ease of Access: Available 24/7 via web and mobile app in Telugu and English.
- Dispute Resolution: Historical data and maps aid in resolving ownership conflicts.
Challenges
- Digital Literacy: Rural users may face navigation issues.
- Internet Connectivity: Limited access in remote areas.
- Data Accuracy: Historical records may require manual corrections.
Future Prospects
The government is addressing challenges through village secretariat help desks and awareness campaigns. Future enhancements may include integration with other e-governance platforms for seamless data sharing.
Contact Information
For data-related issues, contact your local Tahsildar. For technical queries, email meebhoomi-ap@gov.in.
Conclusion
MeeBhoomi has transformed land record management in Andhra Pradesh, making it a cornerstone of the Digital India initiative. By providing easy access to accurate land data, it empowers citizens and fosters transparency in land transactions.