Convert Bigha to Gaj
The bigha is not a fixed size — it varies by state. Across the states below, 1 bigha = 968–3,025 gaj. Pick your state for an accurate result; it runs entirely in your browser.
Bigha to Gaj by state
Because the bigha differs from state to state, the table below gives the value in each state we cover. The square-foot column is the standard defining value; the metre and conversion columns are computed from it.
| State / region | 1 Bigha (sq ft) | 1 Bigha (m²) | 1 Bigha → Gaj | 1 Gaj → Bigha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca) | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 3,025 gaj | 0.0003305785 bigha |
| Rajasthan (kachha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 1,936 gaj | 0.0005165289 bigha |
| Uttar Pradesh (kachha, western UP) | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 1,008.333 gaj | 0.0009917355 bigha |
| West Bengal | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 1,600 gaj | 0.000625 bigha |
| Assam | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 1,600 gaj | 0.000625 bigha |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12,000 | 1,114.836 | 1,333.333 gaj | 0.00075 bigha |
| Himachal Pradesh (1/5 acre) | 8,712 | 809.3713 | 968 gaj | 0.001033058 bigha |
| Gujarat (vigha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 1,936 gaj | 0.0005165289 bigha |
| Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis) * | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 1,008.333 gaj | 0.0009917355 bigha |
| Haryana & Punjab (pucca basis) * | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 3,025 gaj | 0.0003305785 bigha |
- * Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis): Bigha is not standardised in Haryana/Punjab — local 1/5, 1/4 and 1/2-acre bighas (8,712 / 10,890 / 21,780 sq ft) also exist. Confirm against local records.
- * Haryana & Punjab (pucca basis): Bigha is not standardised in Haryana/Punjab — several local bases exist. Confirm against local records.
Indian land units vary by state and even by district, and local custom can differ from the standard value. For any legal, property or financial purpose, confirm the value against your local revenue records (patwari / tehsil) before relying on it.
About bigha and gaj
Bigha: A bigha is a traditional Indian land unit whose size is not standardised — it ranges from roughly 1,500 to 2,530 m² depending on the state and on whether a "pucca" (large) or "kachha" (small) bigha is meant.
Gaj: A gaj is a square yard (9 sq ft) — the everyday unit for plots and houses across North India.
Frequently asked questions
- How many gaj are in 1 bigha?
- It depends on the state, because the bigha is not a fixed size. In Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca), 1 bigha = 3,025 gaj. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 968 to 3,025 gaj — choose your state in the converter above for an accurate result.
- Why does the bigha vary by state?
- The bigha is a traditional unit recorded differently in each state's revenue system, and many states use a larger "pucca" and a smaller "kachha" version. There is no single national value, so the only correct conversion is the one for your specific state or district.
- How do I convert bigha to gaj?
- Pick your state above so the tool uses that state's bigha value, then type the amount. For example, in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca), multiply bigha by 3,025 to get gaj.
- Which states is the bigha used in?
- This converter covers: Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca); Rajasthan (kachha); Uttar Pradesh (kachha, western UP); West Bengal; Assam; Madhya Pradesh; Himachal Pradesh (1/5 acre); Gujarat (vigha); Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis); Haryana & Punjab (pucca basis). For legal or property transactions, always confirm the local value against your revenue records (patwari / tehsil).
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Sources
Per-state values are cross-checked against multiple references, including Wikipedia: Bigha, Wikipedia: Katha, Wikipedia: Measurement of land in Punjab and state land-record references. Where sources genuinely disagree we show the documented variants rather than a single figure.