Bigha to Square Feet in West Bengal
Convert bigha, katha, biswa, gaj and acre to square feet using the values commonly used in West Bengal. Here, 1 bigha ≈ 14,400 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 = 1,600 sq yd (14,400 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 West Bengal
In West Bengal — Kolkata's fringes, Howrah, Hooghly, North & South 24 Parganas — the katha (720 sq ft) is the working unit, with 20 katha to a bigha (14,400 sq ft) and 16 chatak to a katha. Flats and RERA plots are in square feet, but land is almost always negotiated in katha and bigha.
Land units used in West Bengal
| Unit | 1 unit = | in gaj | in acre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bigha | 14,400 sq ft | 1,600 | 0.3306 |
| Katha | 720 sq ft | 80 | 0.0165 |
ℹ️ 1 bigha = 20 katha = 1,600 sq yd (14,400 sq ft).
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet is 1 bigha in West Bengal?
In West Bengal, 1 bigha is about 14,400 square feet. 1 bigha = 20 katha = 1,600 sq yd (14,400 sq ft).
What is 1 gaj in West Bengal?
1 gaj (square yard) is 9 square feet everywhere in India, including West Bengal. So 100 gaj is 900 sq ft.
Are these West Bengal 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.