Convert Bigha to Lessa
The bigha is not a fixed size — it varies by state. Across the states below, 1 bigha = 60.5–189.0625 lessa. Pick your state for an accurate result; it runs entirely in your browser.
Bigha to Lessa 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 → Lessa | 1 Lessa → Bigha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca) | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 189.0625 lessa | 0.005289256 bigha |
| Rajasthan (kachha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 121 lessa | 0.008264463 bigha |
| Uttar Pradesh (kachha, western UP) | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 63.02083 lessa | 0.01586777 bigha |
| West Bengal | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 100 lessa | 0.01 bigha |
| Assam | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 100 lessa | 0.01 bigha |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12,000 | 1,114.836 | 83.33333 lessa | 0.012 bigha |
| Himachal Pradesh (1/5 acre) | 8,712 | 809.3713 | 60.5 lessa | 0.01652893 bigha |
| Gujarat (vigha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 121 lessa | 0.008264463 bigha |
| Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis) * | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 63.02083 lessa | 0.01586777 bigha |
| Haryana & Punjab (pucca basis) * | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 189.0625 lessa | 0.005289256 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 lessa
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.
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 bigha?
- It depends on the state, because the bigha is not a fixed size. In Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca), 1 bigha = 189.0625 lessa. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 60.5 to 189.0625 lessa — 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 lessa?
- 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 189.0625 to get lessa.
- 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.