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Revenue Courts & ProcedureSection 129, Madhya Pradesh Land Revenue Code 1959

Simankan (Demarcation)

सीमांकन (राजस्व सीमा निर्धारण)

The formal physical demarcation of property boundaries by the Revenue Inspector (RI) and Patwari using Electronic Total Station (ETS) or DGPS equipment.

Detailed Legal & Statutory Meaning (MPLRC 1959)

When boundary disputes, encroached fencing, or ambiguity regarding plot dimensions arise, any Bhumiswami can apply for Simankan under Section 129 MPLRC before the Tehsildar. The revenue team visits the site, surveys adjacent Khasras, and installs official boundary pillars (Meda / Chunot).

Importance During Property Purchase & Registry

Getting a pre-purchase Simankan Panchnama guarantees that the seller is delivering physical possession of the exact square footage recorded in the title deed.

Direct Impact on Madhya Pradesh Circle Rates & Stamp Duty

Confirms exact plot dimensions and road setback alignment for municipal building permissions and stamp valuation.

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