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State-Wise Indian Land Unit Converter

Accurate conversions for Bigha, Biswa, Guntha, Katha, Cent, and Gaj based on regional standards.

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Understanding State-Wise Land Measurements in India

In India, land measurement units vary significantly from state to state due to historical regional survey systems. While urban real estate transactions predominantly use Square Feet (sq ft) or Square Yards (Gaj), agricultural land is measured using regional traditional units such as Bigha, Katha, Biswa, Guntha, and Cent.

Common Regional Units Quick Summary

  • Northern India (UP, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan): Commonly uses Bigha, Biswa, Kanal, and Marla. Note that 1 Bigha in Western UP (27,225 sq ft) differs from Eastern UP (20,000 sq ft).
  • Western India (Maharashtra, Gujarat): Primarily uses Guntha (1,089 sq ft) and Are.
  • Southern India (Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka): Uses Cent (435.6 sq ft), Ground (2,400 sq ft), and Guntha.
  • Eastern India (West Bengal, Bihar, Assam): Uses Bigha, Katha, and Decimal. 1 Bigha in West Bengal is 14,400 sq ft, whereas in Bihar it is 27,220 sq ft.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does 1 Bigha equal different square feet in different Indian states?
Land measurement systems in India historically developed at regional levels. For example, 1 Bigha in West Bengal is 14,400 sq ft, whereas 1 Bigha in Bihar is 27,220 sq ft, and 27,225 sq ft in Punjab and Rajasthan.
Q: How many Square Feet are in 1 Guntha?
1 Guntha is equivalent to exactly 1,089 Square Feet (33 ft x 33 ft), commonly used in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.