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Katha to Biswa Converter

1 Katha = 1 Biswa

1 Katha = 1 Biswa

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 Katha to Biswa

To convert Katha to Biswa, multiply the area by 1. One Katha (katha) equals 1 Biswa (biswa), and conversely one Biswa equals 1 Katha. The Katha is a land unit equal to 1/20 of a bigha, common in Bihar, Bengal and Assam, while the Biswa is a land unit equal to 1/20 of a bigha, common in UP, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. Use the calculator below to convert any value between the two units, or read the conversion table and worked examples that follow.

Formula

Biswa = Katha × 1

For example, to convert 10 Katha to Biswa, multiply 10 by 1 to get 10 Biswa.

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.

Katha to Biswa conversion table

Katha (katha)Biswa (biswa)
1 katha1 biswa
2 katha2 biswa
3 katha3 biswa
4 katha4 biswa
5 katha5 biswa
6 katha6 biswa
7 katha7 biswa
8 katha8 biswa
9 katha9 biswa
10 katha10 biswa
20 katha20 biswa
25 katha25 biswa
50 katha50 biswa
100 katha100 biswa
500 katha500 biswa
1,000 katha1,000 biswa

Frequently asked questions

How many Biswa are there in 1 Katha?

There are 1 Biswa (biswa) in 1 Katha (katha).

How do you convert Katha to Biswa?

Multiply the number of Katha by 1. The formula is: Biswa = Katha × 1.

What is 1 Biswa in Katha?

1 Biswa equals 1 Katha.

How many Biswa are there in 100 Katha?

100 Katha equals 100 Biswa.

Is the size of a Katha 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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