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Land Measurement Converter | Hectare to Biswa | Biswa to Bigha | Acre Calculator

Land Measurement Converter

Convert between hectare, biswa, bigha, acre, square feet and more. Accurate land area calculator for real estate, agriculture, and property transactions.

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1 Bigha = 20 Biswa
Conversion Formula: 1 Bigha (UP) = 20 Biswa (UP)
Standard Conversion: 1 Bigha = 20 Biswa (in Northern India)
Regional Variations: Land measurement conversions vary by region in India. This converter uses common conversion factors for North India (UP, Punjab, Haryana). 1 Bigha = 20 Biswa and 1 Hectare = 6.177 Bigha. In South India, 1 Bigha may equal 1,600-14,400 sq ft depending on location. Always verify local measurement standards for official purposes.

Understanding Land Measurement Units

What is a Hectare?

A hectare (ha) is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters. It’s commonly used in agriculture and land measurement for larger properties. One hectare is approximately 2.47 acres.

What is a Biswa?

Biswa is a traditional unit of land measurement commonly used in Northern India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab. One Biswa typically equals 1/20th of a Bigha, though the exact size can vary by region. In many areas, 1 Biswa equals approximately 125 square meters or 1,350 square feet.

What is a Bigha?

Bigha is a traditional unit of land measurement widely used across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. The size of a Bigha varies significantly by region, ranging from 1,500 to 6,771 square meters. In many Northern Indian states, 1 Bigha is equivalent to 20 Biswas.

Common Land Measurement Conversions

Understanding land measurement conversions is essential for real estate transactions, agricultural planning, and property development. Our conversion tool provides accurate conversions between traditional units like Bigha and Biswa and international units like Hectares and Acres.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Biswa are in 1 Bigha?
In most Northern Indian states, 1 Bigha equals 20 Biswa. However, this conversion may vary by region. In some areas, 1 Bigha may equal 5-6 Biswa. Always verify the local standard for accurate conversions.
How to convert Hectares to Bigha?
1 Hectare is approximately equal to 6.177 Bigha in Northern India. To convert hectares to bigha, multiply the hectare value by 6.177. For example, 2 hectares = 2 × 6.177 = 12.354 Bigha.
What is the difference between Bigha and Acre?
An acre is a standard unit of area used in the imperial system, equal to 43,560 square feet. A Bigha is a traditional unit that varies by region. In Northern India, 1 Bigha is approximately 27,000 square feet, so 1 Acre equals about 1.6 Bigha.
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