Bigha to Hectare Made Simple
Core Idea: 1 standard bigha = 0.2529 hectare (≈ 2,529 sq m). Some eastern regions use a smaller bigha (≈ 1,338–1,440 sq m ≈ 0.13–0.14 ha) – confirm locally.
1. Formula
Hectares = Bigha × 0.2529 (standard). Reverse: Bigha = Hectares ÷ 0.2529.
2. Quick Table
- 1 bigha = 0.2529 ha
- 2 bigha = 0.5058 ha
- 5 bigha = 1.2645 ha
- 10 bigha = 2.529 ha
3. Use Cases
- Land sale deed in metric units
- Agricultural subsidy / scheme forms
- Crop yield per hectare comparison
- Bank valuation & collateral papers
4. Regional Variation Alert
If your local bigha is smaller (e.g. West Bengal / Assam variants), using 0.2529 will overstate area. Ask the revenue office which standard applies.
5. Precision Tips
- Keep 4–5 decimals for intermediate work
- Round final display to 4 or fewer
- Large parcels: verify with survey map / GIS
6. Examples
- 3.5 bigha ≈ 0.8852 ha
- 7 bigha ≈ 1.7703 ha
- 12 bigha ≈ 3.0348 ha
7. Mini FAQ
Q: Why is someone quoting 0.16? A: Different (smaller) local bigha definition.
Q: Convert direct to acres? A: 1 bigha ≈ 0.619 acre (standard).
Q: To sq meters? A: Multiply bigha by 2,529.
8. Action Tip
Before agreements, write both: bigha value, its sq meters basis, and derived hectares to avoid dispute.