Convert Biswa to Marla
The biswa is not a fixed size — it varies by state. Across the states below, 1 biswa = 1.6–5 marla. Pick your state for an accurate result; it runs entirely in your browser.
Biswa to Marla by state
Because the biswa 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 Biswa (sq ft) | 1 Biswa (m²) | 1 Biswa → Marla | 1 Marla → Biswa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh & Rajasthan (pucca) | 1,361.25 | 126.4643 | 5 marla | 0.2 biswa |
| Rajasthan (kachha) | 871.2 | 80.93713 | 3.2 marla | 0.3125 biswa |
| Himachal Pradesh | 435.6 | 40.46856 | 1.6 marla | 0.625 biswa |
| Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis) * | 453.75 | 42.15475 | 1.666667 marla | 0.6 biswa |
- * Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis): Tracks the local bigha basis, which is not standardised in Haryana/Punjab. 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 biswa and marla
Biswa: A biswa is 1/20 of a bigha, so like the bigha its real size depends on the state. 1 biswa = 20 biswansi.
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 biswa?
- It depends on the state, because the biswa is not a fixed size. In Uttar Pradesh & Rajasthan (pucca), 1 biswa = 5 marla. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 1.6 to 5 marla — choose your state in the converter above for an accurate result.
- Why does the biswa vary by state?
- The biswa 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 biswa to marla?
- Pick your state above so the tool uses that state's biswa value, then type the amount. For example, in Uttar Pradesh & Rajasthan (pucca), multiply biswa by 5 to get marla.
- Which states is the biswa used in?
- This converter covers: Uttar Pradesh & Rajasthan (pucca); Rajasthan (kachha); Himachal Pradesh; Haryana & Punjab (kachha 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.