What is SR (Settlement Register)?
Settlement Register (SR) is an old revenue record prepared during the original land settlement process conducted by the government.
It contains:
- Survey Number
- Sub-division Number
- Pattadar (Original Registered Landholder)
- Land Classification (Wet/Dry/Manavari etc.)
- Extent of land
- Assessment details (tax)
- Nature of land
Why SR is Important?
SR shows the original recorded ownership at the time of settlement.It is often used to:
- Trace root ownership
- Resolve boundary disputes
- Verify classification of agricultural land
- Support court or legal matters
What is RSR (Re-Survey Settlement Register)?
Re-Survey Settlement Register (RSR) is prepared when the government conducts a re-survey of land.
Over time, boundaries change due to:
- Sub-divisions
- Inheritance
- Sales
- Land acquisition
- Government corrections
RSR reflects the updated land details after re-measurement.
RSR Includes:
- Updated Survey/Subdivision Number
- Corrected Extent
- Pattadar details
- Land type
- Government assessment
- Boundary references
Why RSR is Crucial?
RSR is often considered a more reliable technical record because it reflects updated measurements.
Banks, lawyers, and courts sometimes refer to RSR for:
- Loan processing
- Title verification
- Boundary disputes
- Agricultural land validation
What is RH Copy in Andhra Pradesh?
Both SR and RSR are issued in the form of RH Copy (Record of Holdings Copy).
RH Copy is an officially certified revenue document that confirms:
- Who was recorded as pattadar
- What was the land classification
- What was the extent at settlement or re-survey stage
It is especially useful when:
- Old documents are missing
- There is confusion in survey numbers
- Boundaries do not match current records
- Legal disputes arise
SR vs RSR – What’s the Difference?
| Particular | SR | RSR |
|---|
| Full Form | Settlement Register | Re-Survey Settlement Register |
| Prepared During | Original Settlement | After Re-survey |
| Shows | Original land details | Updated measurement details |
| Reliability | Historical reference | Technically updated reference |
| Used For | Root tracing | Boundary & extent verification |
When Should You Order RH Copy (SR/RSR)?
You should consider ordering SR or RSR copy if:
✔ You are buying agricultural land✔ Survey numbers look confusing✔ There is boundary mismatch✔ You want to verify original pattadar✔ A lawyer asks for it✔ A bank requests revenue verification
For serious buyers, this document helps avoid future disputes.
Why Many Land Buyers Ignore SR/RSR (And Regret Later)
In Andhra Pradesh, most buyers check:
- Sale Deed
- EC (Encumbrance Certificate)
- Adangal / 1B
But they ignore SR/RSR.
Later problems arise such as:
- Extent mismatch
- Wrong survey subdivision
- Classification issues
- Government land overlap
SR/RSR helps identify these risks early.
How to download or get RH Copy couriered quickly in Andhra Pradesh?
Open mypatta and login or sign up if needed
- Select State as Andhra Pradesh
- Choose RH Copy as the document type
- Provide basic details and select delivery type
- If Hard Copy is ordered, soft copy of RH Copy will also be made available to download, save, or share it. You can get it by -
Through mypatta, property owners can access RH Copy quickly and easily without visiting government offices.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 1.What is the difference between SR and RSR?+
SR shows original land details recorded during settlement, while RSR shows updated land details after re-survey with corrected boundaries and extent.
- 2.Why are SR and RSR important before buying land?+
SR and RSR help verify original ownership, confirm land classification, check boundaries, and avoid disputes related to survey numbers or land extent.
- 3.How are SR and RSR related to RH Copy?+
SR and RSR records are issued in the form of RH Copy, which acts as a certified extract of settlement or re-survey land records.
- 4.Can SR or RSR help in property disputes?+
Yes, SR and RSR records are often used in legal cases to verify land ownership, boundaries, and classification.
- 5.What details are included in SR and RSR?+
Both records include survey number, sub-division number, pattadar name, land classification, land extent, and tax/assessment details.
Aditya
Aditya is a real estate content expert with 3+ years of experience in property research and documentation. He writes about land record systems and digital tools that make property transactions easier.
