National Informatics Centre (NIC) launched the Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN), also known as Bhu- Aadhaar. With ULPIN, one can verify the land existence and get accurate information about it. Here we would share more details about ULPIN and how to check your land records and its advantages.
What is ULPIN?
ULPIN or Bhu-Aadhaar is a 14-digit alpha numeric code assigned to every land parcel in India to bring a standardised identification system. This brings transparency in the system. It becomes easy to monitor land records in India. It was developed under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP) and was launched in 2021. The ULPIN, with the help of geo-referenced cadastral maps identifies a land parcel and provides accurate information about it. With the Bhu-Aadhaar, disputes related to land parcels can be easily handled.
What is ULPIN made of?
ULPIN or Bhu-Aadhaar is made of alpha numeric components that have reference to land parcels. It includes:
- State code: This part tells the name of the state where land is located.
- District code: It tells the name of the district where land is located.
- Taluka code: This tells the name of the taluka where the land is located.
- Village code: This mentions the name of the village where the land is located.
- Survey number: This is a unique ID number given to land.
How can you use ULPIN to check land records?
- Log on to the state land records website.
- Check out for the section, search property using ULPIN.
- Enter ULPIN number and access the required information.
- The information provided will include owner’s name, location, land details, etc.
Benefits of ULPIN
Transparency: With ULPIN declared as a single authority to give all land-related information, it is authentic and makes way for transparent options.
Single window: ULPIN provides all land-related services at a place that helps people who are interested in buying or selling.
Minimises disputes: With all accurate information, the land-related disputes are minimised.
ULPIN status in India
Source: dolr.gov.in
The ULPIN has been rolled out in 29 states/union territories.
- Andhra Pradesh
- Jharkhand
- Goa
- Bihar
- Odisha
- Sikkim
- Gujarat
- Maharashtra
- Rajasthan
- Haryana
- Tripura
- Chhattisgarh
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Assam
- Madhya Pradesh
- Nagaland
- Mizoram
- Tamil Nadu
- Punjab
- Dadra and Nagar Haveli
- Daman and Diu
- Himachal Pradesh
- West Bengal
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
- Kerala
- Ladakh
- Chandigarh
- Karnataka
- NCT of Delhi
Pilot testing of ULPIN has been done in four states/ UTs.
- Puducherry
- Telangana
- Manipur
- Andaman and Nicobar Island.
Some states/UTs like Madhya Pradesh, Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir are also using ULPIN in SVAMITVA.
Housing.com POV
Bhu-Aadhaar is a very important tool that has been developed to make land-record keeping process transparent and efficient in India. Also, this service is available anywhere, anytime that makes accessing accurate land data easy.
FAQs
How is ULPIN generated?
It is generated based on geo-referenced latitude and longitude coordinates of vertices of a land parcel.
Is ULPIN permanent unique ID for a land parcel?
No, ULPIN is not permanent ID. It can change in case of mutation of the property (if geometry of parcel changes).
How many states/union territories have adapted to ULPIN?
Till now, 29 states/union territories have adapted to ULPIN and four are under pilot testing as on January 26, 2024.
If your land gets new ULPIN, what happens to the old one?
The old ULPIN is archived for the past referencing.
Will the ULPIN change if you sell the entire land plot?
No, as there is no change in the geometry of land parcel or the latitude, longitude of the land, the ULPIN won’t change if you sell the land.
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