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:
| Type | Square Feet | Used In |
|---|---|---|
| Pakka Bigha | 27,225 sq ft | Kanpur, Lucknow, State Standard |
| Kachcha Bigha | 17,424 sq ft | Some eastern districts |
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)
| From | To | Factor |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bigha | Biswa | 20 |
| 1 Bigha | Sq. Feet | 27,225 |
| 1 Bigha | Sq. Meter | 2,529.28 |
| 1 Bigha | Acre | 0.62 |
| 1 Bigha | Hectare | 0.25 |
Gaj/Yard
| From | To | Factor |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Gaj | Sq. Feet | 9 |
| 1 Gaj | Sq. Meter | 0.836 |
| 1 Acre | Gaj | 4,840 |
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:
- Khatauni - Uses hectares/acre for official records
- Khasra Number - Plot identification
- Bhu-Naksha - Plot map
Checking Records Online
Visit: upbhulekh.gov.in
Important Tips
- Always verify the Bigha type before transactions
- Get survey done by a licensed surveyor
- Check mutation records for ownership
- Physical verification is essential before purchase
- 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