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Ek Ekad Mein Kitne Bigha: Acre to Bigha Conversion

In Indian land measurement, the question 'Ek ekad mein kitne bigha hote hain' (1 एकड़ में कितने बीघा होते हैं / How many bighas are in 1 acre?) has different answers depending on the state, because while an acre is nationally standardized at 43,560 square feet (0.4047 hectare), the size of a bigha varies widely by state and district revenue tradition. In Western UP and Haryana, 1 acre equals approximately 4.8 to 5 kachha bigha or 1.6 to 1.75 pucca bigha, whereas in parts of Rajasthan 1 pucca bigha is about 0.625 acre. Knowing your state's exact revenue conversion factor ensures land records and KCC limits are accurate.

Last reviewed: 10 November 2026

Standard definition of 1 acre (Ekad)

Nationally and internationally, an acre is an exact, unvarying mathematical unit.

  • 1 Acre (एकड़) = 43,560 square feet (वर्ग फीट).
  • 1 Acre = 4,046.86 square meters (वर्ग मीटर).
  • 1 Acre = 4,840 square yards / gaj (वर्ग गज).
  • 1 Acre = 0.4047 hectare (meaning 1 hectare equals approximately 2.471 acres).
  • 1 Acre = 40 Gunthas (in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Karnataka) or 100 Cents (in South India).

State-wise conversion: 1 acre to bigha

Bigha measurements fall into two historical revenue categories: Pucca Bigha and Kachha Bigha.

  • Uttar Pradesh (Western UP): 1 Acre ≈ 1.6 to 1.75 Pucca Bigha (1 pucca bigha = 27,225 sq ft), or 4.8 to 5.0 Kachha Bigha.
  • Uttar Pradesh (Eastern UP & Central): 1 Acre ≈ 3.02 Bighas (1 bigha = 20 biswa ≈ 14,400 sq ft).
  • Haryana & Punjab: 1 Acre = 1 Killa = 8 Kanals = 160 Marlas ≈ 4.8 Kachha Bigha or 1.6 Pucca Bigha.
  • Rajasthan: 1 Pucca Bigha = 27,225 sq ft, so 1 Acre ≈ 1.6 Pucca Bigha; in desert tracts, 1 bigha is often measured differently.
  • Madhya Pradesh: 1 Acre ≈ 1.75 to 2.0 Bighas (1 bigha ≈ 24,200 sq ft or 2,023 sq m).
  • Bihar: 1 Acre ≈ 1.6 Bighas (1 bigha = 20 kathas ≈ 27,220 sq ft).
  • West Bengal & Assam: 1 Acre = 3 Bighas (1 bigha = 20 cottahs = 14,400 sq ft).

Revenue verification on state Bhulekh portals

Always confirm the unit printed on your official digital land extract.

  • Check Digital Records: Inspect your Khatauni, Jamabandi, or 7/12 extract on your state's official Bhulekh portal.
  • Hectare Recording: Modern digitized revenue records record land area in hectares and ares (e.g., 0.4047 ha = 1 acre).
  • Bank Lending Limits: Scale of Finance for Kisan Credit Card (KCC) and crop insurance under PMFBY are calculated per acre or per hectare.
  • Always verify the conversion factor recorded with your local Tehsil or Taluk revenue office.

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Common questions

How many square feet are there in 1 acre (ekad)?

Exactly 43,560 square feet make up 1 standard acre (ekad) across all Indian states.

Why is the size of a bigha different in different states?

Bigha is a traditional regional unit established during pre-British revenue settlements; each princely state or province defined its own rod (gatha) length to measure a bigha.

How many bighas are in 1 acre in West Bengal and Assam?

In West Bengal and Assam, 1 acre is standardized to exactly 3 bighas (where 1 bigha equals 14,400 square feet or 20 cottahs).

General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.

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