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Land Area Converter
Convert land area across bigha, biswa, acre, hectare, square feet, square metres, and guntha using a chosen local bigha standard.
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Convert India land units with a local bigha standard
Choose the regional bigha standard first, then convert between bigha, biswa, acre, hectare, square feet, square metres, and guntha.
Results
Bigha
1
Biswa
20
Acre
0.625
Square feet
27,225
Square metres
2,529.29
How to use it
- 01Pick the local bigha standard that best matches the land record or district convention you are using.
- 02Enter the land area and choose the unit you already have, such as bigha, biswa, acre, or square feet.
- 03Read the equivalent area in the other units to compare listings, paperwork, or estimates.
Result guide
- Bigha and biswa are not fixed nationwide, so the selected standard is part of the result.
- Square feet and square metres provide a stable cross-check when comparing land across regions.
- Use the converted area for planning and comparison, then confirm the official local standard before signing a transaction.
About this calculator
Land measurement in India is messy because names like bigha and biswa are common, but the underlying size varies by region. A useful converter has to make that locality assumption explicit instead of pretending one universal bigha exists.
This page lets the user choose a working standard and then convert the same parcel into the units most often needed for transactions, records, or quick comparisons.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the calculator ask me to choose a bigha standard first?
Because bigha and biswa vary by state and even by district. Making the standard explicit is safer than showing one misleading national conversion.
Can I use this for registry or mutation paperwork?
It is best used as a planning and comparison tool. Official documents should still follow the local revenue-record standard used by the authority involved.
Method and limitations
This calculator uses the formula and assumptions described on this page. We do not claim independent professional review. Direct references will be listed here when they support a specific rule or data source used by this calculator.
Results are estimates for general information. Verify current rules and assumptions before making financial, tax, or health decisions.
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