Bigha to Acre Conversion Guide
Converting bigha to acres is essential for land transactions in India, especially when dealing with international buyers or when converting traditional measurements to standard units. The bigha is a traditional unit of area measurement widely used across northern and eastern India.
Conversion Formula
The conversion from bigha to acres (using standard bigha):
Note: Bigha size varies by region. The standard bigha (27,225 sq ft) is used in this conversion.
Regional Variations
- Standard Bigha: 27,225 sq ft = 0.619 acres
- Bihar Bigha: 27,225 sq ft = 0.619 acres
- Rajasthan Bigha: 27,225 sq ft = 0.619 acres
- Assam Bigha: 14,400 sq ft = 0.33 acres
- West Bengal Bigha: 14,400 sq ft = 0.33 acres
Common Conversions (Standard Bigha)
- 1 bigha = 0.619 acres
- 5 bigha = 3.09 acres
- 10 bigha = 6.19 acres
- 20 bigha = 12.38 acres
- 50 bigha = 30.95 acres
- 100 bigha = 61.9 acres
Agricultural Land Examples
Common farm sizes converted to acres:
- Small Farm: 5 bigha = 3.09 acres
- Medium Farm: 15 bigha = 9.28 acres
- Large Farm: 30 bigha = 18.57 acres
- Commercial Farm: 50 bigha = 30.95 acres
- Estate Farm: 100 bigha = 61.9 acres
State-wise Usage
- Uttar Pradesh: Standard bigha widely used
- Bihar: Traditional measurement for agricultural land
- Jharkhand: Common in rural land records
- Haryana: Used alongside acre in land deals
- Punjab: Traditional unit for farm land
- Rajasthan: Desert and agricultural land measurement
- West Bengal: Different bigha size (smaller)
- Assam: Different bigha size (smaller)
Land Records and Documentation
- Revenue Records: Government land documents use bigha
- Khasra Numbers: Plot identification with bigha area
- Patta Documents: Land ownership certificates
- Mutation Records: Land transfer documentation
- Agricultural Census: Farm size data in bigha
Agricultural Applications
- Crop Planning: Seed quantity per bigha
- Irrigation: Water requirement calculations
- Fertilizer Use: Application rates per bigha
- Yield Estimation: Production per bigha analysis
- Insurance: Crop insurance based on bigha area
Investment and Valuation
- Price per Bigha: Standard pricing unit
- Land Appreciation: Value growth per bigha
- Development Potential: Conversion feasibility
- Bank Loans: Collateral valuation in bigha
- Investment Analysis: Return per bigha calculation
Legal and Regulatory
- Land Ceiling Acts: Maximum ownership limits
- Agricultural Land Laws: Conversion restrictions
- Registration: Stamp duty based on area
- Inheritance: Land division calculations
- Disputes: Boundary and area conflicts
Modern Technology Integration
- GPS Mapping: Precise area measurement
- Digital Land Records: Computerized documentation
- Satellite Imagery: Remote land assessment
- Mobile Apps: Land measurement tools
- Blockchain: Secure land record systems
Comparison with Other Units
- 1 standard bigha = 0.619 acres
- 1 standard bigha = 2,508 square meters
- 1 standard bigha = 27,225 square feet
- 1 standard bigha = 0.2508 hectares
- 1 standard bigha = 20 katha (in some regions)
Important Considerations
- Regional Variations: Always verify local bigha size
- Legal Documents: Confirm measurement standards
- Survey Records: Check government measurement
- Conversion Accuracy: Use appropriate conversion factor
- Professional Advice: Consult local experts for large transactions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many acres are in 1 bigha?
1 standard bigha equals 0.619 acres. However, bigha size varies by region, so always verify the local measurement standard.
Is bigha size the same everywhere in India?
No, bigha size varies significantly by state and region. The standard bigha (27,225 sq ft) is most common, but some states use smaller bigha units.
Which bigha measurement should I use?
Use the measurement standard recognized in your specific region or state. Check local revenue records for the correct conversion factor.
Can I convert bigha directly to hectares?
Yes, 1 standard bigha = 0.2508 hectares. For other bigha sizes, use the appropriate conversion factor.