Acre to Bigha converter

What is an acre?

An acre is a traditional unit of land measurement deeply rooted in the history of the imperial system. Historically, it represented the area that could be plowed by one man with a team of oxen in a single day.

Mathematically, 1 acre = 43,560 ft2 = 4,046.8564224 m2 = 0.40468564224 ha. The standard shape of an acre is a rectangle 1 furlong x 1 chain, that is 660 ft × 66 ft. In practical terms, one acre is roughly equivalent to 16 tennis courts or two-thirds of a soccer field, making it a convenient measure in agriculture, real estate, and environmental planning.

How to convert Acre to Bigha?

Bigha is a non-SI, region-dependent unit. Let its local size be β m2 (varies by state or district). Since 1 acre = 4046.8564224 m2, the conversion follows:

• A_bigha = A_acre × (4046.8564224 / β)
• A_acre = A_bigha × (β / 4046.8564224)

Because β differs regionally, 1 bigha ≈ 0.25–0.63 acre in practice - always use the local value of β.

Value of one Acre in different states

• Haryana: 1.6 bigha
• Punjab: 1.6 bigha
• Rajasthan: 1.613 bigha
• Madhya Pradesh: 1.6 bigha
• Assam: 1.6 bigha
• Uttarakhand: 1.6 bigha

Formula: acre to bigha

Example calculation

• Area in bigha = Area in acre × 1.613
• Area in bigha = 177 × 1.613
• Area in bigha = 285.501

What is a bigha?

A bigha is a traditional unit of land measurement used across India, Bangladesh, and Nepal, yet it lacks a universal standard. Mathematically, 1 bigha = β m2, where β depends on regional definitions—ranging roughly from 1,250 to 6,772 m2.

Useful conversions for an amount B (in bigha):

• A_m² = B × β
• A_acre = (B × β) / 4046.8564224
• A_ha = (B × β) / 10⁴

Subdivisions such as katha or biswa also vary by locale. Therefore, when evaluating or trading land, always confirm the regional value of one bigha to ensure accurate assessment and comparison.

Dimensions of Acre

Unit	1 Acre
Square feet	43560 sq ft
Square yard	4840 sq yd
Square meters	4046,85 sq mt
Square centimeters	40468564,22 sq cm
Square kilometers	0,004047 sq km
Square Inches	6272640 sq in
Square Miles	0,001563 sq mi
Hectare	0,404686 ha
Guntha	40 guntha
Bigha	1.613 bigha
Biswa	32.266695655 biswa
Gaj	4886.921847668 gaj
Katha	32.005906517 katha

Popular Acre to Bigha conversions

Acre	Bigha
1 Acre	1.613 Bigha
2 Acre	3.226 Bigha
3 Acre	4.839 Bigha
4 Acre	6.452 Bigha
5 Acre	8.065 Bigha
6 Acre	9.678 Bigha
7 Acre	11.291 Bigha
8 Acre	12.904 Bigha
9 Acre	14.517 Bigha
10 Acre	16.13 Bigha
11 Acre	17.743 Bigha
12 Acre	19.356 Bigha
13 Acre	20.969 Bigha
14 Acre	22.582 Bigha
15 Acre	24.195 Bigha
16 Acre	25.808 Bigha
17 Acre	27.421 Bigha
18 Acre	29.034 Bigha
19 Acre	30.647 Bigha
20 Acre	32.26 Bigha

Differences between Acre and Bigha

Aspect	Acre	Bigha
Where Is It Used?	Widely used in the United Kingdom, the United States, and internationally for real estate and agriculture.	Common in South Asia - primarily India, Bangladesh, and Nepal - with definitions varying by region.
Global Usage	Recognized globally and accepted in legal, agricultural, and geographic systems.	Mostly local in nature, seldom used in international land records or global datasets.
Standardization	1 acre = 43,560 ft2 = 4,046.8564224 m2 = 0.40468564224 ha Defined precisely under the imperial system.	1 bigha = β m2 Non-standardized; the value β varies regionally.
Conversion	Abigha = Aacre × (4,046.8564224 / β) Aacre = Abigha × (β / 4,046.8564224) Conversion depends entirely on the local definition of β.
Area Measurement	Traditionally a rectangle of 1 furlong × 1 chain = 660 ft × 66 ft.	Varies by region; includes local subunits like katha and biswa, each with unique scales.
Measurement Consistency	Fixed and uniform across all regions; mathematically exact.	Inconsistent - typical β ranges from 1,250 to 6,772 m2. Always verify the local standard before conversion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard conversion from acre to bigha?

There is no single standard because bigha is region-specific. Let 1 bigha = β m2 (defined locally). Since 1 acre = 4,046.8564224 m2, the general rule is: bigha = acres × (4,046.8564224 ÷ β). Always use the local β to compute accurately.

Is an acre-to-bigha converter accurate?

Yes-if the converter allows you to pick the correct region or β value. Accuracy hinges on using the proper local definition of bigha. Choose tools from reputable sources and verify which district/state standard they implement before relying on results.

Is there a standardized value of a bigha?

No. Bigha is not standardized across South Asia. Its area β varies by jurisdiction (often between about 1,250 and 6,772 m²). Because β is locally defined, any conversion must cite the exact region to avoid error.

Can I use the acre-to-bigha conversion universally?

Not universally. Unlike the acre, which is fixed, the bigha changes by region. A universal factor would be misleading. For each transaction or analysis, identify the relevant locality, obtain its β, and apply: acres → bigha via (4,046.8564224 ÷ β).