Land Area Converter
Convert between international and regional land units. Supports Acre, Hectare, Bigha, Guntha, and more.
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What is a Land Area Converter?
A Land Area Converter helps you convert between different land measurement units used worldwide. Real estate markets use various local units - Bigha in North India, Guntha in Maharashtra, Cent in Kerala, Marla in Punjab - making comparison confusing.
Our converter supports 16 units across international (Acre, Hectare, Sq.ft, Sq.m), Indian (Bigha, Guntha, Cent, Ground, Marla, Kanal), and US/UK (Rood, Perch) systems. Enter any value and instantly see conversions to all units.
Buying land? Use this tool to compare plots quoted in different units and ensure you're getting the right value for your money.
16 Units Supported
International, Indian, and US/UK land measurement units.
Regional Accuracy
Correct definitions for Bigha, Guntha, Cent, Ground, Marla.
All Conversions
See results in all 16 units at once. Click to copy any value.
Download Report
Download all conversions as a text file for documentation.
Quick Conversion Reference (to Sq.ft)
| Unit | Sq.ft | Sq.m | Common In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Acre | 43,560 | 4,047 | USA, UK, India |
| 1 Hectare | 107,639 | 10,000 | Metric countries |
| 1 Bigha (Pucca) | 27,225 | 2,529 | UP, Rajasthan, Punjab |
| 1 Kanal | 5,445 | 506 | Punjab, Haryana, Pakistan |
| 1 Ground | 2,400 | 223 | Tamil Nadu |
| 1 Katha | 1,361 | 126 | Bihar, Bengal, Assam |
| 1 Guntha | 1,089 | 101 | Maharashtra, AP, Karnataka |
| 1 Cent | 436 | 40 | Kerala, Tamil Nadu |
| 1 Marla | 272 | 25 | Punjab, Haryana |
| 1 Gaj (Sq.yd) | 9 | 0.84 | North India |
Bigha Variations by State
Common Unit Relationships
Tips for Land Buyers
Convert to sq.ft/sq.m before comparing plots quoted in different units.
Verify Bigha locally - It can differ by 2x between states!
Use sq.m for official docs - Legally recognized for registry.
Calculate price per sq.ft - Standard comparison metric.
Measure yourself - Don't rely only on quoted area.
Check land records - Official area may differ from quoted.
Common Use Cases
Land Purchase
Compare plots quoted in different units (Guntha vs Cent vs Acre).
Property Documents
Convert local units to sq.m for home loan and registry papers.
Interstate Deals
Understand different state units when buying land across regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sq.ft in 1 Acre?
1 Acre = 43,560 square feet. This is equivalent to 4,840 square yards, 4,046.86 square meters, or approximately 0.4047 hectares. An acre is about 90% of a football field.
How many sq.ft in 1 Bigha?
1 Pucca Bigha = 27,225 sq.ft (standard in UP, Rajasthan, Punjab). However, Bigha varies by state: Bihar Bigha = 17,424 sq.ft, Bengal Bigha = 14,400 sq.ft. Always verify the local definition.
How many sq.ft in 1 Guntha?
1 Guntha = 1,089 sq.ft (33 × 33 feet). It equals 101.17 sq.m or about 121 sq.yards. Common in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. 40 Gunthas = 1 Acre.
How many sq.ft in 1 Cent?
1 Cent = 435.6 sq.ft. It equals 40.47 sq.m. Common in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. 100 Cents = 1 Acre. A typical house plot in Kerala is 5-10 cents.
How many sq.ft in 1 Ground?
1 Ground = 2,400 sq.ft. It equals 222.97 sq.m or about 5.5 cents. Common in Tamil Nadu and some South Indian states. 1 Ground = 24 square yards.
How many sq.ft in 1 Marla?
1 Marla = 272.25 sq.ft (standard). It equals 25.29 sq.m. Common in Punjab, Haryana, and Pakistan. 20 Marlas = 1 Kanal. 8 Kanals = 1 Acre.
How many sq.ft in 1 Kanal?
1 Kanal = 5,445 sq.ft (20 Marlas). It equals 505.86 sq.m. Common in North India and Pakistan. 8 Kanals = 1 Acre. A standard residential plot is often 1 Kanal.
How many sq.ft in 1 Hectare?
1 Hectare = 107,639 sq.ft. It equals 10,000 sq.m or 2.471 acres. Hectare is the standard metric unit for large land areas, commonly used in agriculture and official land records.
What is Gaj and how many sq.ft?
Gaj is the Hindi/local name for Square Yard. 1 Gaj = 9 sq.ft (3 × 3 feet). Land prices in North India are often quoted per Gaj (e.g., ₹50,000 per Gaj means per sq.yard).
Which land unit should I use for official documents?
For official documents (home loans, registry, legal), always use Square Meters (sq.m) or Square Feet (sq.ft) as these are legally recognized. Convert local units to sq.m/sq.ft before documentation.