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Bigha to Katha Converter

1 Bigha = 20 Katha

1 Bigha = 20 Katha

Using the standard/average value — select a state for local values

For informational purposes only. Confirm the local standard before any transaction.

How to convert Bigha to Katha

To convert Bigha to Katha, multiply the area by 20. One Bigha (bigha) equals 20 Katha (katha), and conversely one Katha equals 0.05 Bigha. The Bigha is a traditional unit of land area used across northern and eastern India, while the Katha is a land unit equal to 1/20 of a bigha, common in Bihar, Bengal and Assam. Use the calculator below to convert any value between the two units, or read the conversion table and worked examples that follow.

Formula

Katha = Bigha × 20

For example, to convert 10 Bigha to Katha, multiply 10 by 20 to get 200 Katha.

This is the most commonly used standard value. The actual size of this unit varies from state to state in India — always confirm the local standard before a transaction. The figures on this page use the standard/average definition — pick your state in the calculator above to convert using local values.

Bigha to Katha conversion table

Bigha (bigha)Katha (katha)
1 bigha20 katha
2 bigha40 katha
3 bigha60 katha
4 bigha80 katha
5 bigha100 katha
6 bigha120 katha
7 bigha140 katha
8 bigha160 katha
9 bigha180 katha
10 bigha200 katha
20 bigha400 katha
25 bigha500 katha
50 bigha1,000 katha
100 bigha2,000 katha
500 bigha10,000 katha
1,000 bigha20,000 katha

Frequently asked questions

How many Katha are there in 1 Bigha?

There are 20 Katha (katha) in 1 Bigha (bigha).

How do you convert Bigha to Katha?

Multiply the number of Bigha by 20. The formula is: Katha = Bigha × 20.

What is 1 Katha in Bigha?

1 Katha equals 0.05 Bigha.

How many Katha are there in 100 Bigha?

100 Bigha equals 2,000 Katha.

Is the size of a Bigha the same everywhere in India?

This is the most commonly used standard value. The actual size of this unit varies from state to state in India — always confirm the local standard before a transaction.

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