Area Converter
Convert area units including sq ft, sq m, acres, hectares, and Indian land units like bigha, gunta, cent, kanal, and marla.
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How Area Conversion Works
All area units are converted through a common base — the square metre (m²). The input value is first converted to square metres, then to the target unit. Formula: result = value × (fromFactor / toFactor).
Indian Land Units by State
India uses a diverse set of land measurement units that vary by region:
| Unit | ≈ Sq Ft | States Used In |
|---|---|---|
| Bigha (बीघा) | 27,000 | Rajasthan, UP, Bihar, MP (value varies by state) |
| Gunta (गुंठा) | 1,089 | Maharashtra, Karnataka |
| Cent | 435.6 | Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh |
| Kanal (कनाल) | 5,445 | Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, J&K |
| Marla (मरला) | 272.25 | Punjab, Haryana (1 Kanal = 20 Marla) |
Note: Bigha size varies significantly — in Rajasthan it is about 27,000 sq ft, while in West Bengal it can be as small as 14,400 sq ft. This converter uses the Rajasthan standard.
Common Area Conversions
| From | To | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Acre | Square Feet | 43,560 |
| 1 Hectare | Acres | 2.471 |
| 1 Bigha | Square Yards | 3,000 |
| 1 Kanal | Marla | 20 |
| 1 Acre | Bigha | 1.613 |
| 1 Gunta | Square Feet | 1,089 |
| 100 Cent | Acres | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many sq ft in a bigha?
It varies by state — 1 bigha = 27,000 sq ft in Rajasthan, 14,400 sq ft in UP, and 6,772 sq ft in some regions. This converter uses the standard definition.