📏 Professional Unit Converter 2026: Land, Construction & Materials
Convert Indian regional land units (Bigha, Katha, Cent, Guntha) to standard metric and imperial units. Includes construction calculators: RFT, Brass, Gauge, and more.
What is the difference between Cent, Guntha, and Katha in India?
These are regional land units: **1 Cent = 435.6 sq ft** (used in South India: TN, Kerala, AP) | **1 Guntha = 1,089 sq ft** (used in West/South India: Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka) | **1 Katha = 1,361 sq ft** (in Bihar) or **720 sq ft** (in West Bengal). 1 Acre is universally **43,560 sq ft**.
* Regional conversions use widely accepted values; verify with local authorities.
📐 Indian Regional Land Measurement Units: A State-wise Guide
India's land measurement system is diverse, with traditional units like Bigha, Katha, Cent, Guntha, and more varying significantly across states. Understanding these conversions is essential for property transactions, agriculture, and legal documentation. Below is a comprehensive reference table for common regional units.
State-wise Land Unit Conversion Table (2026)
📏 Construction & Material Conversion (High Intent)
For engineers, contractors, and procurement professionals, accurate material conversion is critical. Our converter includes specialized construction units:
- Running Feet (RFT) to Square Feet: For flooring, multiply RFT by width in feet.
- Brass to Cubic Feet: 1 Brass = 100 Cubic Feet (used for sand/aggregate).
- Metric Ton to Cubic Meter (Concrete): Approx 2.4 tonnes per m³.
- Gauge to mm (Steel Sheet): Based on standard gauge charts.
- Cubic Feet to Liters: 1 ft³ = 28.3168 L.
- Newton to kg: For pressure testing (1 N = 0.10197 kgf).
- BTU to kW: For HVAC (1 kW = 3412 BTU/h).
🌍 Global Trade Standards: US vs Imperial vs Metric
International projects often require switching between US customary, Imperial (UK), and Metric systems. Key differences:
- Gallon: US gallon = 3.785 L; UK gallon = 4.546 L.
- Ton: Short ton (US) = 907.18 kg; Metric ton = 1000 kg; Long ton (UK) = 1016 kg.
- Inch: 1 inch = 25.4 mm exactly.
- Acre: 1 acre = 4046.86 m² = 43560 sq ft.
Our tool seamlessly handles these variations to avoid costly errors.
📊 How to Use This Converter
Select a category (Area, Length, Volume, Weight, etc.) using the tabs above. Choose your 'From' and 'To' units. Enter a value, and the result appears instantly. For Indian land units, we've pre-loaded common state-specific conversions. You can also click on quick conversion chips below for popular pairs.
Regional Land Units to Square Feet Conversion Chart (India)
Official land measurement conversions across different Indian states and municipal zones.
| Indian Land Unit | Used In States | Equivalent in Sq Ft | Equivalent in Sq Metres | Equivalent in Acres |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cent | Tamil Nadu, Kerala, AP, Karnataka | 435.6 sq ft | 40.47 m² | 0.010 Acres |
| 1 Guntha | Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat | 1,089 sq ft | 101.17 m² | 0.025 Acres |
| 1 Ground | Tamil Nadu (Chennai Urban) | 2,400 sq ft | 222.97 m² | 0.055 Acres |
| 1 Kanal | Punjab, Haryana, Himachal, J&K | 5,445 sq ft | 505.86 m² | 0.125 Acres |
| 1 Marla | Punjab, Haryana, J&K | 272.25 sq ft | 25.29 m² | 0.006 Acres |
| 1 Katha (Bengal) | West Bengal | 720 sq ft | 66.89 m² | 0.016 Acres |
| 1 Katha (Bihar) | Bihar, Jharkhand | 1,361 sq ft | 126.44 m² | 0.031 Acres |
| 1 Biswa | Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab | 1,350 sq ft (Approx) | 125.42 m² | 0.031 Acres |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (AEO Optimized)
Varies by state: UP = 27,225 sq ft; MP = 14,400; Rajasthan = 27,255 (Pucca).
1 Cent = 435.6 sq ft (Kerala/TN).
1 Gaj = 1 Sq Yard (identical).
1 Kanal = 20 Marlas. 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft.
10,000 m².
RFT is linear length. Area = RFT × width (ft).
1 Brass = 100 Cubic Feet.
3,785.41 mL.
In construction, 1 Brass represents a volume of 100 cubic feet (CFT) or an area of 100 square feet for plastering/roofing. To convert area from square feet to Brass, divide the total square footage by 100 (e.g., 500 sq ft = 5 Brass).
Decimal and Cent are identical measurements of area used in different states of India. Both represent exactly 1/100 of an acre, which is equal to 435.6 square feet or approximately 40.47 square meters.
Varies; common widths 36"-58". 1 running meter = length × width.
~18.15 Grounds (1 Ground = 2400 sq ft).
Use gauge chart; approximate: 16 gauge = 1.5 mm steel.
1 Lakh sq ft = 100,000 sq ft ≈ 2.295 acres.
1 Hectare = 100 Are.
Running feet (RFT) and running meters (RMT) measure linear lengths. Since 1 meter is equal to 3.28084 feet, you convert running feet to running meters by dividing the total running feet by 3.28084 (or multiplying by 0.3048).
No, they are different regional land units. 1 Guntha is equivalent to 1,089 square feet (standard in Maharashtra and Karnataka), whereas 1 Cent is equivalent to 435.6 square feet (standard in South India).
In Punjab and Haryana, 1 Biswa is equal to 1.25 Marlas, which is equivalent to approximately 340.31 square feet. However, in Uttar Pradesh, 1 Biswa is usually larger, measuring 1,350 square feet.
Area = linear feet × height.
UP: ~125.42 sq yd; varies regionally.