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Square Feet to Katha Converter

1 Square Feet = 0.00138889 Katha

1 Square Feet = 0.00138889 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 Square Feet to Katha

To convert Square Feet to Katha, multiply the area by 0.00138889. One Square Feet (sq ft) equals 0.00138889 Katha (katha), and conversely one Katha equals 720 Square Feet. The Square Feet is the imperial unit most commonly used to measure the built-up area of homes in 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 = Square Feet × 0.00138889

For example, to convert 10 Square Feet to Katha, multiply 10 by 0.00138889 to get 0.0138889 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.

Square Feet to Katha conversion table

Square Feet (sq ft)Katha (katha)
1 sq ft0.00138889 katha
2 sq ft0.00277778 katha
3 sq ft0.00416667 katha
4 sq ft0.00555556 katha
5 sq ft0.00694444 katha
6 sq ft0.00833333 katha
7 sq ft0.00972222 katha
8 sq ft0.0111111 katha
9 sq ft0.0125 katha
10 sq ft0.0138889 katha
20 sq ft0.0277778 katha
25 sq ft0.0347222 katha
50 sq ft0.0694444 katha
100 sq ft0.138889 katha
500 sq ft0.694444 katha
1,000 sq ft1.38889 katha

Frequently asked questions

How many Katha are there in 1 Square Feet?

There are 0.00138889 Katha (katha) in 1 Square Feet (sq ft).

How do you convert Square Feet to Katha?

Multiply the number of Square Feet by 0.00138889. The formula is: Katha = Square Feet × 0.00138889.

What is 1 Katha in Square Feet?

1 Katha equals 720 Square Feet.

How many Katha are there in 100 Square Feet?

100 Square Feet equals 0.138889 Katha.

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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