How many Square Feet are in 1 Bigha in North India?

In India, Bigha is a regional unit and varies by state. In **Uttar Pradesh (UP), 1 Bigha (Pucca) = 27,000 sq ft** (2,529 m²), while **1 Bigha (Kucha) = 9,000 sq ft**. In **West Bengal, 1 Bigha = 14,400 sq ft**. In **Rajasthan, 1 Bigha = 17,424 sq ft**. In **Punjab and Haryana, 1 Bigha = 9,000 sq ft**. 1 Acre is always **43,560 sq ft** across India.

Universal Formula: 1 Acre = 43,560 sq ft = 4,047 sq m = 100 Cents = 40 Gunthas  |  Bigha to Sq Ft = State Bigha Factor × Input

State-wise Land Area Conversion in India

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Land measurement units vary across states. Select your state for accurate local conversions.

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How State-wise Land Area Conversion Works in India

The India Land Area Converter is a free online tool designed to help users convert land measurement units accurately based on Indian state-specific standards. In India, traditional land units such as Bigha, Katha, Guntha, Kanal, Biswa, Decimal, and Cent vary widely from one state to another. Because of this variation, a simple one-size-fits-all land calculator often produces incorrect results.

This state-wise land area converter solves that problem by allowing users to first select their State or Union Territory. Once a state is selected, the tool automatically loads the locally used land units and applies the correct conversion formula. This ensures accurate conversions from local units to universal units such as Acre, Square Feet, Square Meter, Gaj (Square Yard), and Hectare.

For example, one Bigha in West Bengal is equal to 14,400 square feet, whereas one Bigha in Uttar Pradesh is approximately 27,000 square feet. Similarly, Katha, Guntha, and Kanal measurements differ across regions. Using a state-wise calculator is therefore essential for land buyers, sellers, real estate agents, surveyors, and legal professionals.

The Land Area Converter works entirely in your browser, meaning no data is stored or shared. It is fast, mobile-friendly, and optimized for both desktop and smartphones. Whether you are checking land records, planning a property purchase, or comparing land values across states, this tool helps you make informed decisions with confidence.

Always remember that while this calculator uses widely accepted standard values, minor local variations may exist at the district or village level. For legal or registration purposes, it is recommended to verify final measurements with official land records or revenue authorities.

State-wise Bigha & Local Land Units Conversion Table (India)

Standard conversions of regional land measurement units used across different Indian states in 2026.

State / RegionLocal Unit NameEquivalent in Sq FtEquivalent in Sq MetresAcres Per Local UnitUnits Per Acre
Uttar Pradesh (Pucca)1 Bigha27,000 sq ft2,529.3 m²0.620 Acres1.61 Bigha
Uttar Pradesh (Kucha)1 Bigha9,000 sq ft836.1 m²0.207 Acres4.84 Bigha
West Bengal1 Bigha14,400 sq ft1,337.8 m²0.330 Acres3.02 Bigha
Rajasthan1 Bigha17,424 sq ft1,618.7 m²0.400 Acres2.50 Bigha
Bihar1 Bigha27,222 sq ft2,528.8 m²0.625 Acres1.60 Bigha
Punjab / Haryana1 Kanal5,445 sq ft505.9 m²0.125 Acres8.00 Kanals
Gujarat / Maharashtra1 Guntha1,089 sq ft101.2 m²0.025 Acres40.0 Gunthas
Tamil Nadu / Kerala1 Cent435.6 sq ft40.5 m²0.010 Acres100.0 Cents
RERA mandates registering all real estate property purchases strictly in square metres or square feet.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

A land area converter is a tool that helps convert land measurements like Bigha, Katha, Guntha, and Kanal into Acre, Square Feet, and Hectare.

Land measurement units vary from state to state in India. State-wise conversion ensures accurate and reliable results.

Yes, this tool uses widely accepted standard values. However, minor local variations may exist at the district level.

Yes, select your state first and then choose Bigha as the input unit to get the correct Square Feet value.

1 Acre is equal to 43,560 Square Feet.

Yes, the land area converter is fully mobile-friendly and works smoothly on smartphones and tablets.

No, all calculations happen in your browser. No personal data is stored or shared.

This tool is for reference purposes only. Always verify final measurements with official land records.

The tool supports Acre, Hectare, Square Feet, Square Meter, Gaj, Bigha, Katha, Guntha, Kanal, Decimal, and Cent.

Yes, the India land area converter is completely free and requires no registration.

In Bihar, 1 Bigha is standardly equal to 27,220 square feet, which translates to exactly 62.5 decimals (since 1 decimal is 435.6 square feet).

There are exactly 40 Gunthas in one Acre in Maharashtra, with each Guntha measuring 1,089 square feet.

In West Bengal, a Bigha is standardly defined as 14,400 square feet. In Uttar Pradesh, a Pucca Bigha is standardly 27,000 square feet, making it much larger.

In Punjab and Haryana, 1 Kanal is equal to exactly 20 Marlas, where each Marla represents 272.25 square feet.

A Nali is a traditional unit of area in Uttarakhand equivalent to 2,160 square feet. Twenty Nalis equal one Uttarakhand Bigha (43,200 square feet).

In Tamil Nadu, a Ground is standardly 2,400 square feet, which is equivalent to approximately 5.51 Cents (where 1 Cent is 435.6 square feet).

In Assam, 1 Lessa (or Lecha) is equal to 144 square feet. Twenty Lessas make one Katha, and 5 Kathas (100 Lessas) make one Bigha.

To convert square meters to square feet, multiply the area in square meters by 10.7639. For example, 100 square meters is equivalent to 1,076.39 square feet.

A hectare is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters (approx. 107,639 square feet or 2.471 acres), widely used for agricultural land classification and tax assessment.

Traditional units like the Bigha evolved from localized measurements based on local ropes (Gatthas) or custom, leading to variations like 'Kaccha Bigha' and 'Pucca Bigha' across different UP revenue districts.