Convert Bigha to Marla
The bigha is not a fixed size — it varies by state. Across the states below, 1 bigha = 32–100 marla. Pick your state for an accurate result; it runs entirely in your browser.
Bigha to Marla 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 → Marla | 1 Marla → Bigha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca) | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 100 marla | 0.01 bigha |
| Rajasthan (kachha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 64 marla | 0.015625 bigha |
| Uttar Pradesh (kachha, western UP) | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 33.33333 marla | 0.03 bigha |
| West Bengal | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 52.89256 marla | 0.01890625 bigha |
| Assam | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 52.89256 marla | 0.01890625 bigha |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12,000 | 1,114.836 | 44.07713 marla | 0.0226875 bigha |
| Himachal Pradesh (1/5 acre) | 8,712 | 809.3713 | 32 marla | 0.03125 bigha |
| Gujarat (vigha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 64 marla | 0.015625 bigha |
| Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis) * | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 33.33333 marla | 0.03 bigha |
| Haryana & Punjab (pucca basis) * | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 100 marla | 0.01 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 marla
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.
Marla: A marla is 272.25 sq ft (30.25 gaj) — the standard small land unit in Punjab, Haryana and nearby states.
Frequently asked questions
- How many marla 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 = 100 marla. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 32 to 100 marla — 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 marla?
- 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 100 to get marla.
- 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.