New House Built? How to Get House Number Allotted in Village, Nagar Panchayat, Nagar Palika & Nagar Nigam (India)
This article is published by The Legal Warning India and written by Advocate Uday Singh.
After constructing a new house, one of the most important and often confusing steps is getting a house number allotted by the local authority.
Without a house number, you may face serious problems in:
- Electricity and water connection
- Property tax assessment
- Aadhaar address update
- Bank loans and registry work
- Government schemes and verification
The most common question people ask is:
“Mera naya makaan ban gaya hai. House number kaise milega?”
This article explains the complete step-by-step process to get house number allotted in:
- Village (Gram Panchayat)
- Nagar Panchayat
- Nagar Palika (Municipality)
- Nagar Nigam (Municipal Corporation)
Why House Number Allotment Is Legally Important
House number allotment is official recognition of your property by the local authority.
Without a house number:
- Property is treated as unofficial
- Tax records remain incomplete
- Utility connections can be denied
- Legal ownership proof becomes weak
House number is the foundation of municipal records.
General Documents Required for House Number Allotment
Though requirements vary slightly, usually the following documents are required:
- Application for house number allotment
- Ownership proof (sale deed / registry / allotment letter)
- Approved building plan (if applicable)
- Completion certificate or self-declaration
- Property tax receipt (if assessed)
- Aadhaar of owner
- Site photograph of the house
- Location map / khasra details (rural areas)
Process for House Number Allotment in Village (Gram Panchayat)
In villages, house numbers are allotted by the Gram Panchayat.
Step-by-Step Process:
- Submit written application to Gram Panchayat Secretary
- Attach ownership and construction proof
- Site verification by Panchayat official
- Entry in village house register
- Resolution or approval by Panchayat
- House number issued in writing
This process is usually simple but delays happen due to incomplete documents.
Process in Nagar Panchayat (Semi-Urban Areas)
Nagar Panchayat governs growing towns.
Steps:
- Apply to Nagar Panchayat office (Tax / Assessment section)
- Submit building and ownership documents
- Inspection by municipal staff
- Property tax assessment (if required)
- House number allotment order issued
Sometimes objections are raised regarding layout or road access.
Process in Nagar Palika (Municipality)
Nagar Palika follows a more formal procedure.
Steps:
- Submit application to Municipal Commissioner / EO
- Attach approved map and completion details
- Municipal site inspection
- Assessment of property tax
- Official house number allotment
- Entry in municipal records
Delays often occur due to technical objections.
Process in Nagar Nigam (Municipal Corporation)
Nagar Nigam areas (big cities) follow the most detailed process.
Steps:
- Online or offline application submission
- Verification of building permission
- On-site inspection by engineering / tax department
- Assessment of property tax
- Approval by competent authority
- Allotment of house number
In big cities, house numbering is often linked with GIS mapping.
Common Problems Faced by Property Owners
- Application rejected without reason
- Officials delaying inspection
- Objection on building approval
- Mismatch in land records
- Unnecessary demand for documents
Most issues arise due to improper application drafting.
Legal Remedy If House Number Is Not Allotted
If the authority delays or refuses without valid reason:
- Written representation can be filed
- Legal notice through advocate can be sent
- Higher authority can be approached
- Administrative remedies may be invoked
Courts have held that genuine house owners cannot be denied numbering arbitrarily.
Why Application Drafting Matters
A professionally drafted application:
- Mentions correct legal provisions
- Reduces objections
- Speeds up approval
- Creates official record
Most rejections are due to poor drafting, not legal defects.
When Should You Take Advocate Assistance?
- If application is rejected
- If officials delay without reason
- If ownership documents are questioned
- If tax or map objections are raised
Advocate intervention often resolves the issue at the administrative level itself.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Can house number be allotted without registry?
Usually no, ownership proof is required.
Q. Is house number mandatory for electricity?
Yes, in most areas.
Q. How long does the process take?
From 7 days to 30 days, depending on authority.
This article is for general legal information and awareness purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice or solicitation. Communication is purely informational, in compliance with Bar Council of India Rule 36.
