Patwari & Liaison officer

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