What is Village Form 8A / Khata?
Maharashtra's Land Records Department FAQ explains that a Khata is Village Form 8A, which records the lands entered in the relevant farmer's name in that village. The farmer shown in Village Form 8A is referred to as the Khatedar or account holder.
This makes 8A useful when you want an account-level view of the land holdings recorded under a person's Khata in a particular village, rather than checking only one Survey/Gat parcel at a time.
Village Form 8A vs 7/12: what is the difference?
7/12 Utara
Parcel-focused record
Used to check the record connected with a particular Survey/Gat or land parcel, including the rights and other information shown on that record.
Village Form 8A
Khata-focused record
Groups the lands recorded under a Khata/account holder in the relevant village, making it useful for checking the account-level land-holding picture.
Use both records where appropriate: 8A helps identify the account and holdings; the corresponding 7/12 records let you inspect the individual parcels in more detail.
View-only 8A vs digitally signed 8A
The Land Records Department distinguishes between the free Bhulekh record and the digitally signed record. Its FAQ states that the Bhulekh 7/12 and 8A are view-only, while the official digital portal states that digitally signed 7/12, 8A and Property Card records can be used for official and legal purposes.
How to download digitally signed 8A
Maharashtra's official Digitally Signed Satbara help guide gives a simple 8A workflow:
- Select the District.
- Select the Taluka.
- Select the Village.
- Enter the Khata Number.
- Use the Download option for the selected 8A record.
The official help file says payment is deducted from the portal balance/PRN when the document is downloaded. MahaMetric is not quoting a fixed 8A fee here because the current amount should be checked directly on the live government portal before payment.
View official Digitally Signed Satbara help guide ↗Where can I find the Khata Number?
The Maharashtra Land Records FAQ says the Khata Number is shown on the digital 7/12 before the occupant/holder's name. If you already have the correct 7/12 for the parcel, this can help you identify the Khata Number needed for the 8A search.
Always match the village and land-holder details as well; a number by itself is not enough if you are looking at the wrong village or property record.
How to verify a digitally signed 8A
Use the official 8A Verification page and enter the verification number printed on the downloaded record. Verification is a useful final check before you rely on a saved PDF or share it with another person.
Verify 8A on the official portal ↗How 8A connects with Ferfar / mutation
A mutation records a change that affects the Record of Rights. When ownership or another relevant entry changes, the mutation process and the updated land records should be read together. Do not assume that an older 8A automatically reflects a recently completed transaction or pending mutation.
Read the Ferfar / Mutation Entry guide →Does Village Form 8A prove clear title?
No. Village Form 8A is an important land record, but it should not be treated as a standalone title certificate. A property transaction can require the underlying registered documents, relevant 7/12 records, mutation history, encumbrance and dispute checks, and professional legal due diligence.
Frequently asked questions
What is Village Form 8A in Maharashtra?
Maharashtra's Land Records Department describes a Khata as Village Form 8A: an extract that lists the lands recorded in a farmer's name within the relevant village. The person named in that account is the account holder or Khatedar.
Is 8A the same as 7/12?
No. In practical use, 7/12 is tied to a particular land parcel or Survey/Gat record, while Village Form 8A is account/Khata-oriented and groups the lands recorded in the holder's name in that village. They answer related but different questions.
Can I view Village Form 8A online for free?
Yes. Maharashtra's official Land Records services list Bhulekh for view-only 7/12, 8A and Property Card records. The department says the free Bhulekh version is for viewing and should not be treated as the digitally signed copy used for official/legal purposes.
Can digitally signed 8A be used for official or legal work?
Yes. The official Digitally Signed Satbara portal states that digitally signed 7/12, 8A and Property Card records can be used for official and legal purposes.
How do I download digitally signed 8A?
The official help guide says to select District, Taluka and Village, enter the Khata Number, then use the download option. Payment is deducted from the portal balance/PRN when the file is downloaded.
How can I verify a downloaded 8A?
Use Maharashtra's official 8A verification page and enter the verification number printed on the digitally signed 8A copy.
Official sources & related guides
Government-dependent information on this page was reviewed against Maharashtra Land Records Department services, FAQs and the Digitally Signed Satbara portal on 11 September 2026.