Convert Pura to Bigha
The bigha is not a fixed size — it varies by state. Across the states below, 1 pura = 2.115702–6.61157 bigha. Pick your state for an accurate result; it runs entirely in your browser.
Pura to Bigha 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 Pura → Bigha | 1 Bigha → Pura |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca) | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 2.115702 bigha | 0.4726563 pura |
| Rajasthan (kachha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 3.305785 bigha | 0.3025 pura |
| Uttar Pradesh (kachha, western UP) | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 6.347107 bigha | 0.1575521 pura |
| West Bengal | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 4 bigha | 0.25 pura |
| Assam | 14,400 | 1,337.804 | 4 bigha | 0.25 pura |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12,000 | 1,114.836 | 4.8 bigha | 0.2083333 pura |
| Himachal Pradesh (1/5 acre) | 8,712 | 809.3713 | 6.61157 bigha | 0.15125 pura |
| Gujarat (vigha) | 17,424 | 1,618.743 | 3.305785 bigha | 0.3025 pura |
| Haryana & Punjab (kachha basis) * | 9,075 | 843.0951 | 6.347107 bigha | 0.1575521 pura |
| Haryana & Punjab (pucca basis) * | 27,225 | 2,529.285 | 2.115702 bigha | 0.4726563 pura |
- * 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 pura and bigha
Pura: A pura (পূৰা) is an Assam land unit equal to 4 Assam bigha = 57,600 sq ft (5,351.215 m²). Multi-source verified from Wikipedia, land-record references and real property listings for Assam.
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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many bigha are in 1 pura?
- It depends on the state, because the bigha is not a fixed size. In Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Rajasthan (pucca), 1 pura = 2.115702 bigha. Across the states listed, the answer ranges from 2.115702 to 6.61157 bigha — 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 pura to bigha?
- 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 pura by 2.115702 to get bigha.
- 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.