Bigha to Square Feet in Bihar
Convert bigha, katha, biswa, gaj and acre to square feet using the values commonly used in Bihar. Here, 1 bigha ≈ 27,220 sq ft.
A traditional unit whose size changes from state to state — always check the local value. · 1 bigha = 20 katha
ℹ️ 1 bigha = 20 katha (katha ≈ 1,361 sq ft). Size can vary by district.
Please verify: bigha, katha and biswa vary by region and even by district, and can differ between pukka and kaccha measures. These are common values for a quick estimate — always confirm against your official land records (patwari / revenue department) before any deal or registration.
Land measurement in Bihar
Across Bihar — Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga — land is quoted in bigha, katha and dhur, with 20 katha to a bigha and 20 dhur to a katha. The katha (~1,361 sq ft) is the everyday unit for house plots, while agricultural land is spoken of in bigha. Registry papers and RERA listings use decimal and square feet.
Land units used in Bihar
| Unit | 1 unit = | in gaj | in acre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bigha | 27,220 sq ft | 3,024 | 0.6249 |
| Katha | 1,361 sq ft | 151.22 | 0.0312 |
ℹ️ 1 bigha = 20 katha (katha ≈ 1,361 sq ft). Size can vary by district.
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet is 1 bigha in Bihar?
In Bihar, 1 bigha is about 27,220 square feet. 1 bigha = 20 katha (katha ≈ 1,361 sq ft). Size can vary by district.
What is 1 gaj in Bihar?
1 gaj (square yard) is 9 square feet everywhere in India, including Bihar. So 100 gaj is 900 sq ft.
Are these Bihar values official?
No — they are the commonly used values for a quick estimate. Local usage varies by district, so confirm the exact figure with your patwari or revenue office before any deal or registration.