Bigha to Square Feet in Delhi
Convert bigha, katha, biswa, gaj and acre to square feet using the values commonly used in Delhi. Delhi mainly uses standard and regional units — see below.
Also called gaj. 1 gaj = 9 sq ft. The most common way plots are quoted in North India.
ℹ️ Delhi uses bigha (pukka and kaccha) which differ a lot — confirm the type locally. Biswa ≈ 1,350 sq ft.
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 Delhi
In Delhi the bigha comes in pukka and kaccha forms that differ significantly, and biswa (~1,350 sq ft, 20 to a bigha) is common in urban-village (lal dora) land. DDA and RERA properties are in square metres and square feet — always get the area in square feet on paper.
Land units used in Delhi
| Unit | 1 unit = | in gaj | in acre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biswa | 1,350 sq ft | 150 | 0.031 |
ℹ️ Delhi uses bigha (pukka and kaccha) which differ a lot — confirm the type locally. Biswa ≈ 1,350 sq ft.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1 gaj in Delhi?
1 gaj (square yard) is 9 square feet everywhere in India, including Delhi. So 100 gaj is 900 sq ft.
Are these Delhi 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.