Convert Dhur to Decimal
The dhur is not a fixed size — it varies by state. Across the states below, 1 dhur = 0.15625 decimal. Pick your state for an accurate result; it runs entirely in your browser.
Dhur to Decimal by state
Because the dhur 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 Dhur (sq ft) | 1 Dhur (m²) | 1 Dhur → Decimal | 1 Decimal → Dhur |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bihar | 68.0625 | 6.323213 | 0.15625 decimal | 6.4 dhur |
| Uttar Pradesh | 68.0625 | 6.323213 | 0.15625 decimal | 6.4 dhur |
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 dhur and decimal
Dhur: A dhur is a small land unit used mainly in Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh, where 1 katha = 20 dhur and 1 dhur = 20 dhurki.
Decimal: A decimal is 1/100 of an acre (48.4 gaj) — widely used in eastern India (Bihar, Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand).
Frequently asked questions
- How many decimal are in 1 dhur?
- It depends on the state, because the dhur is not a fixed size. In Bihar, 1 dhur = 0.15625 decimal. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 0.15625 to 0.15625 decimal — choose your state in the converter above for an accurate result.
- Why does the dhur vary by state?
- The dhur 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 dhur to decimal?
- Pick your state above so the tool uses that state's dhur value, then type the amount. For example, in Bihar, multiply dhur by 0.15625 to get decimal.
- Which states is the dhur used in?
- This converter covers: Bihar; Uttar Pradesh. 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.