How many lessa are in 1 katha?

It depends on the state, because the katha is not a fixed size. In Bihar, 1 katha = 9.453125 lessa. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 2.5 to 20 lessa — choose your state in the converter above for an accurate result.

Why does the katha vary by state?

The katha 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 katha to lessa?

Pick your state above so the tool uses that state's katha value, then type the amount. For example, in Bihar, multiply katha by 9.453125 to get lessa.

Which states is the katha used in?

This converter covers: Bihar; West Bengal (rural); West Bengal (Kolkata); Assam (1 bigha = 5 katha); Jharkhand (Ranchi); Madhya Pradesh. For legal or property transactions, always confirm the local value against your revenue records (patwari / tehsil).

Convert Katha to Lessa

The katha is not a fixed size — it varies by state. Across the states below, 1 katha = 2.5–20 lessa. Pick your state for an accurate result; it runs entirely in your browser.

1 Katha = 9.453125 Lessa (Bihar)

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Katha to Lessa by state

Because the katha 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 Katha (sq ft)	1 Katha (m²)	1 Katha → Lessa	1 Lessa → Katha
Bihar	1,361.25	126.4643	9.453125 lessa	0.1057851 katha
West Bengal (rural)	720	66.89019	5 lessa	0.2 katha
West Bengal (Kolkata)	360	33.44509	2.5 lessa	0.4 katha
Assam (1 bigha = 5 katha)	2,880	267.5608	20 lessa	0.05 katha
Jharkhand (Ranchi)	720	66.89019	5 lessa	0.2 katha
Madhya Pradesh	600	55.74182	4.166667 lessa	0.24 katha

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 katha and lessa

Katha: A katha (also spelt kattha) is the common land unit across eastern India. In most states 1 bigha = 20 katha, but in Assam 1 bigha = 5 katha, so the katha’s size varies widely by state.

Lessa: A lessa (lecha) is an Assam land unit of 144 sq ft (12 ft × 12 ft, 13.38 m²): 20 lessa = 1 katha and 100 lessa = 1 bigha in Assam. Multi-source verified for Assam; the unit differs in other states.

Frequently asked questions

How many lessa are in 1 katha?: It depends on the state, because the katha is not a fixed size. In Bihar, 1 katha = 9.453125 lessa. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 2.5 to 20 lessa — choose your state in the converter above for an accurate result.
Why does the katha vary by state?: The katha 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 katha to lessa?: Pick your state above so the tool uses that state's katha value, then type the amount. For example, in Bihar, multiply katha by 9.453125 to get lessa.
Which states is the katha used in?: This converter covers: Bihar; West Bengal (rural); West Bengal (Kolkata); Assam (1 bigha = 5 katha); Jharkhand (Ranchi); Madhya 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.