Acre to Bigha Conversion Guide
Converting acres to bigha is essential for international property transactions in India, agricultural land deals, and when working with traditional Indian land measurements. The acre is a standard international unit, while bigha is a traditional Indian unit widely used across North India.
Conversion Formula
The conversion from acres to bigha (using standard bigha):
This is based on 1 acre = 43,560 square feet and 1 standard bigha = 27,225 square feet.
Regional Variations
- Standard Bigha: 1 acre = 1.615 bigha
- Bihar/UP Bigha: 1 acre = 1.615 bigha
- Rajasthan Bigha: 1 acre = 1.615 bigha
- West Bengal Bigha: 1 acre = 3.025 bigha (smaller bigha)
- Assam Bigha: 1 acre = 3.025 bigha (smaller bigha)
Common Conversions (Standard Bigha)
- 0.5 acre = 0.81 bigha
- 1 acre = 1.615 bigha
- 2 acres = 3.23 bigha
- 5 acres = 8.075 bigha
- 10 acres = 16.15 bigha
- 25 acres = 40.375 bigha
Property and Land Examples
Common property sizes converted to bigha:
- Small Farm: 5 acres = 8.08 bigha
- Medium Farm: 15 acres = 24.23 bigha
- Large Farm: 30 acres = 48.45 bigha
- Commercial Farm: 50 acres = 80.75 bigha
- Estate Farm: 100 acres = 161.5 bigha
- Large Estate: 500 acres = 807.5 bigha
International Real Estate
- Foreign Investment: Converting international property sizes
- NRI Properties: Familiar units for overseas Indians
- Agricultural Investment: International farm purchases
- Development Projects: Large-scale land acquisition
- Joint Ventures: International-local partnerships
Agricultural Applications
- Farm Planning: Convert research data to local units
- Crop Management: International best practices adaptation
- Equipment Selection: Machinery for bigha-sized fields
- Yield Calculations: Production per bigha estimation
- Investment Analysis: Cost per bigha assessment
Government and Policy
- Land Acquisition: Converting official measurements
- Agricultural Policy: Implementation per bigha
- Subsidy Programs: Benefit calculation per bigha
- Land Records: Standardizing measurements
- Development Schemes: Area-based planning
Commercial and Industrial
- Industrial Land: Factory site area conversion
- Commercial Development: Shopping center plots
- Warehousing: Storage facility land area
- Infrastructure: Transportation project land
- SEZ Development: Special economic zone planning
Legal and Documentation
- Property Deeds: Area specification in bigha
- Registration: Revenue department requirements
- Court Cases: Land dispute area calculations
- Inheritance: Property division in familiar units
- Tax Assessment: Property tax based on bigha area
Financial and Banking
- Agricultural Loans: Credit per bigha calculation
- Property Valuation: Market price per bigha
- Insurance: Coverage per bigha area
- Investment Returns: Appreciation per bigha
- Mortgage: Collateral area in bigha
Technology and Modern Farming
- Precision Agriculture: GPS mapping in bigha
- Satellite Monitoring: Crop area assessment
- Drone Surveys: Field mapping conversion
- Farm Management Software: Digital records in bigha
- IoT Applications: Sensor deployment per bigha
Educational and Research
- Agricultural Education: Teaching in familiar units
- Research Plots: Experiment area in bigha
- Extension Services: Farmer training programs
- Demonstration Farms: Best practice showcase
- Academic Studies: Research area standardization
Environmental and Conservation
- Afforestation: Tree plantation area in bigha
- Conservation Projects: Protected area measurement
- Water Conservation: Watershed area calculation
- Organic Farming: Certified organic area
- Carbon Credits: Sequestration area measurement
Regional Development
- Rural Development: Project area specification
- Infrastructure Planning: Land requirement assessment
- Urban Planning: City expansion area
- Tourism Development: Resort and hotel land
- Industrial Parks: Manufacturing zone area
Important Considerations
- Regional Standards: Verify local bigha measurement
- Legal Compliance: Use officially recognized conversions
- Documentation: Specify conversion factors in contracts
- Professional Survey: Get certified measurements for major transactions
- Historical Records: Check traditional measurement practices
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bigha are in 1 acre?
1 acre equals 1.615 standard bigha. However, this varies by region - in West Bengal and Assam, 1 acre equals about 3.025 bigha due to smaller bigha units used there.
Which bigha measurement should I use?
Use the bigha standard recognized in your specific region. Check local revenue records or consult with local authorities for the correct measurement standard.
Is this conversion accurate for legal documents?
For legal documents, always verify the conversion with local revenue authorities and use officially recognized measurement standards for your specific area.
Can I use this for all types of land?
Yes, this conversion works for agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial land. However, always confirm local measurement standards for important transactions.