Job Description

A Patwari, a government official also known as a Village Accountant, Lekhpal, or Talati in different regions, plays a crucial role in the real estate sector by maintaining and updating

official land records

. Their job description (JD) primarily involves ensuring the legal recognition and smooth execution of property transactions. Key responsibilities in the context of real estate include:

Maintaining Land Records

: The core duty is to manage comprehensive records of land ownership, including maps (cadastral maps) of all plots, their size, and use (residential, commercial, or agricultural).

Updating Records (Mutation)

: The Patwari is responsible for recording changes in land ownership that occur due to sales, inheritance, or leasing, a process known as mutation. These updates are essential for establishing clear property rights.

Land Measurement and Demarcation

: They conduct physical surveys and measurements to determine exact land areas and boundaries, which is critical during property sales or development projects to prevent disputes.

Verification of Ownership and Titles

: The Patwari assists in the land due diligence process by verifying ownership history and providing relevant documentation like Jamabandi (record of rights) and Girdawari(crop inspection report).

Dispute Resolution

: They often act as a mediator in land-related conflicts and provide necessary documentation to legal teams and government authorities to help resolve disputes or encroachments.

Coordination with Government Authorities

: They coordinate with higher revenue offices like the Tehsildar's office for land-related approvals, entries, and clearances necessary for legal property transactions.

Revenue and Tax Collection

: They are involved in assessing and collecting land revenue, irrigation dues, and property taxes from landowners on behalf of the government.

Providing Documentation

: During a real estate transaction, a potential buyer or developer would consult the Patwari (or the digitized land records based on their work) to get authentic information about a plot of land before finalizing a deal.
In essence, the Patwari's role provides the foundational, verified land data that all formal real estate transactions rely upon for legal validity and transparency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?50,000.00 - ?55,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person