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Indian Land Area Converter.

The most comprehensive tool for converting traditional Indian land measurements. Perfect for NRIs, property owners, and real estate professionals.

Area Converter

Enter a value in any field to convert instantly.

StandardSquare Feet

sq ft

StandardSquare Yard (Gaj)

sq yd / gaj

StandardSquare Meter

sq m

StandardAcre

acre

South/West IndiaGuntha

guntha

Andhra PradeshAnkanam

ankanam

South IndiaCent

cent

Tamil NaduGround

ground

North IndiaBigha (Standard)

bigha

North IndiaBiswa (Standard)

biswa

North IndiaKanal

kanal

Understanding Indian Land Measurements

Square Feet (sq ft)

The standard measurement used across India for residential and commercial spaces.

Square Yard (Gaj) (sq yd / gaj)

Commonly known as "Gaj" in North India, 1 Square Yard equals 9 Square Feet.

Square Meter (sq m)

The metric standard for area measurement globally.

Acre (acre)

1 Acre is equal to 43,560 Square Feet, commonly used for larger agricultural plots.

Guntha (guntha)

A traditional unit primarily used in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat. 40 Gunthas make 1 Acre.

Ankanam (ankanam)

Commonly used in parts of Andhra Pradesh (Nellore) and Karnataka. 1 Ankanam = 72 sq ft.

Cent (cent)

100 Cents make 1 Acre. Widely used in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh.

Ground (ground)

A standard unit for plotting in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. 1 Ground is typically 2,400 sq ft.

Bigha (Standard) (bigha)

A Pucca Bigha is 165 ft x 165 ft. Note: Bigha sizes vary significantly by state. Common in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan.

Biswa (Standard) (biswa)

Typically 1/20th of a Bigha. Like Bigha, its exact size varies by locality.

Kanal (kanal)

Common in Punjab and Haryana. 8 Kanals make 1 Acre.

Did You Know?

Land measurement units in India are deeply regional. While an **Acre** is standard, local authorities often use **Bigha** in the North and **Guntha** or **Ankanam** in the South for layout approvals and land registration.

*Values are approximate and based on standard Indian revenue records. Always verify with local tehsildar records for legal documentation.

Standard Multipliers

1 Acre 43,560 sq ft
1 Acre 40 Guntha
1 Acre 100 Cents
1 Bigha (Pucca) 3,025 sq yd
1 Guntha 121 sq yd

Common Regional Measurement Questions

How many Square Feet are in 1 Guntha?

In Most parts of South and West India (especially Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra), **1 Guntha is exactly 1,089 Square Feet** (33 ft x 33 ft). There are 40 Gunthas in one standard Acre.

What is an Ankanam?

An **Ankanam** is a regional unit common in Andhra Pradesh (Nellore district) and parts of Karnataka. **1 Ankanam is equal to 72 Square Feet**. It is one of the smallest plotting units used in residential layout planning.

Cent vs. Guntha

While both are used in South India, they represent different values. **1 Cent is 435.6 Square Feet** (1/100 of an acre), whereas **1 Guntha is 1,089 Square Feet** (40 per acre). Cents are more common in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, while Gunthas are predominant in Telangana and Karnataka.

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