Abua Awas Yojana was launched by the Department of Rural Development, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme aims to provide pucca houses to 8,00,000 homeless families in three phases, with a budget allocation of ₹16,320 crore. The initiative prioritizes housing for vulnerable and underprivileged families, offering both financial and labor assistance to ensure the construction of durable homes. Each house will have three rooms and a kitchen, covering an area of 31 square meters.
Details of the Scheme
- Total Budget: ₹16,320 crore
- Target: 8,00,000 families
- Implementation Phases: Three phases
- Type of House: Pucca houses with three rooms and a kitchen, covering an area of 31 square meters.
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Benefits
- Financial Assistance: ₹2,00,000 per beneficiary for constructing a pucca house.
- Labor Assistance: 95 days of unskilled labor wages under MGNREGA to aid in the construction process.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Families living in kutcha houses or without permanent housing.
- Specially Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG), victims of natural calamities, and released bonded laborers.
- Families that have not benefitted from existing housing schemes such as PMAY-R, Indira Awas Yojana, or Birsa Awas Yojana.
Application Process
Offline Application:
- Step 1: Visit the Block or District Office during office hours and request a hard copy of the application form.
- Step 2: Fill in the application form with all mandatory fields and attach self-attested copies of the required documents.
- Step 3: Submit the completed application form and documents to the concerned Block or District Office.
- Step 4: Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment for your application. Ensure the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Online Application:
- Self-Registration by Candidate:
- Visit the official website to register under the scheme.
- Log in using the provided Username and Password.
- Fill out the form and upload the required documents on the portal.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Passbook
- Job Card
- Address Proof
- Caste Certificate
- Any other additional documents, if required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of the Abua Awas Yojana?
- To provide pucca houses to homeless families, prioritizing vulnerable and underprivileged groups.
- How many phases are planned under the scheme?
- The scheme will be implemented in three phases.
- What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?
- ₹2,00,000 for constructing the house.
- What type of house will be provided under this scheme?
- Each house will have three rooms and a kitchen, covering 31 square meters.
- Who can apply for the scheme?
- Families living in kutcha houses or without permanent housing, PVTG, victims of natural calamities, and released bonded laborers.
- What is the role of the Gram Sabha in the scheme?
- The Gram Sabha helps identify beneficiaries and ensures transparency.
- Is the scheme available for urban areas?
- No, it is available only for rural areas.
- Will I receive labor assistance for house construction?
- Yes, 95 days of unskilled labor wages under MGNREGA.
- What is the total budget allocated for the scheme?
- ₹16,320 crore.
- Can a family already benefited by PMAY-R apply for this scheme?
- No, families already benefiting from other housing schemes like PMAY-R are not eligible.
- Where can I get more information about the scheme?
- Visit the official website or contact the Block/District Office.