Indian Land Measurement Converter

Convert Bigha, Kattha, Dhur, and other regional units accurately based on state and district.

1. Select Location

2. Convert Units

Result

1 Bigha = 27,220 Square Feet (sq ft)

Calculation: 1 Bigha = 27,220 sq ft.
Therefore, 1 Bigha × (27220 / 1) = 27,220 Square Feet (sq ft).

Disclaimer

Local land measurement units like Bigha and Kattha are not standardized and can vary significantly even between neighboring villages. The values provided here represent standard state averages or specific district averages where known. Always verify with official local land records (Jamabandi/RoR) for legal transactions.

Navigating Indian Land Measurement Units

Land measurement in India is highly localized. A 'Bigha' in Punjab is completely different from a 'Bigha' in Bihar or Rajasthan. Our Indian Land Converter takes state-specific variations into account.

Common Regional Units

  • Bigha & Kattha: Widely used in North and East India (UP, Bihar, West Bengal). The exact square footage varies drastically by state.
  • Biswa & Biswansi: Sub-units of Bigha used primarily in UP, Punjab, and Haryana.
  • Guntha: Common in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Karnataka.
  • Cent: Frequently used in Southern states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Why State-Specific Conversion is Crucial

Using a generic converter for Indian land can result in massive legal and financial discrepancies during real estate transactions. Always ensure you are using conversions specific to the state where the property is located.