1 Bigha = 3025 Gaj, 1 Biswa = 151 Gaj — UP Land Converter

Introduction

Land measurement in Uttar Pradesh follows a traditional system that varies by region. Understanding these units is crucial for property transactions.

Common Land Units

Bigha (बीघा)

The most commonly used unit in UP, but with regional variations:

Biswa (बिस्वा)

1 Biswa = 1/20th of a Bigha

• In Pakka areas: 1 Biswa = 1,361.25 sq ft
• In Kachcha areas: 1 Biswa = 871.2 sq ft

Bisansi (बिसांसी)

1 Bisansi = 1/20th of a Biswa

• In Pakka areas: 1 Bisansi = 67.5 sq ft

Gaj (गज)

1 Gaj = 9 sq ft (1 square yard)

Commonly used for:

• Urban plots
• House construction
• Flooring calculation

Conversion Chart

Pakka Bigha (Kanpur/Lucknow)

Gaj/Yard

Regional Variations

Western UP (Agra, Meerut, Aligarh)

Uses Pakka Bigha (27,000 sq ft)

Central UP (Kanpur, Lucknow)

Uses Pakka Bigha (27,225 sq ft)

Eastern UP (Varanasi, Gorakhpur)

Some areas use Kachcha Bigha (17,424 sq ft)

Government Land Records

When dealing with official documents:

1. Khatauni - Uses hectares/acre for official records
2. Khasra Number - Plot identification
3. Bhu-Naksha - Plot map

Checking Records Online

Visit: upbhulekh.gov.in

Important Tips

1. Always verify the Bigha type before transactions
2. Get survey done by a licensed surveyor
3. Check mutation records for ownership
4. Physical verification is essential before purchase
5. Use government portal for authentic records

Quick Reference

For a 1,000 sq ft plot:

• = 0.0367 Pakka Bigha
• = 0.734 Biswa (Pakka)
• = 111.11 Gaj
• = 92.9 Sq. Meter

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❓ अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न

Q: 1 बीघा में कितने गज होते हैं? A: 1 Bigha (Pakka) = 3,025 Gaj ya 27,225 sq ft hota hai.

Q: पक्का बीघा और कच्चा बीघा में क्या अंतर है? A: Pakka Bigha = 27,225 sq ft aur Kachcha Bigha = 17,424 sq ft hota hai। Western aur Central UP mein Pakka Bigha use hota hai, jabki Eastern UP ke kuch areas mein Kachcha Bigha use hota hai।

Q: 1 बिस्वा में कितने गज होते हैं? A: 1 Biswa = 1/20th of a Bigha. Pakka areas mein 1 Biswa = 1,361.25 sq ft (approx 151 gaj), Kachcha areas mein 1 Biswa = 871.2 sq ft hota hai।

Q: 1 एकड़ में कितने गज होते हैं? A: 1 Acre = 4,840 Gaj hota hai।

Q: जमीन के official records कहाँ check कर सकते हैं? A: UP Bhulekh portal upbhulekh.gov.in par Khatauni aur Khasra number se online check kar sakte hain.

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