Katha is a traditional unit of land measurement predominantly used in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Its value varies significantly depending on the region, typically ranging from 1,361 square feet to 2,880 square feet. In Bihar and Jharkhand, for example, 1 katha equals 1,361 square feet, while in Assam, it is defined as 2,880 square feet.
Katha is often used in rural and agricultural contexts, particularly for small- to medium-sized land parcels, making it an essential unit for real estate and land transactions in these areas. Despite the rise of standardized measurement systems like square meters and acres, katha remains a culturally significant and widely recognized unit. Its continued usage highlights the importance of local practices in land management. However, the lack of uniformity in its definition across regions can sometimes create confusion, necessitating clear context or conversion for accurate measurements.
Gaj is a traditional unit of measurement commonly used in South Asia, particularly in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, to measure land, fabric, and construction dimensions. It is equivalent to a square yard, with 1 gaj equal to 9 square feet or approximately 0.836 square meters.
Widely recognized in real estate, Gaj is used to describe small to medium-sized plots of land, especially in urban and semi-urban areas. The unit has its roots in historical measurement systems, where it was used to quantify lengths and areas, making it an integral part of regional trade and construction practices.
Despite the increasing adoption of the metric system, Gaj remains prevalent due to its cultural familiarity and ease of understanding in local contexts. Its simplicity allows it to bridge traditional and modern measurement systems, but accurate conversions to metric units are often required for formal documentation. The term is deeply embedded in local languages and continues to be a practical unit in day-to-day land dealings.
Bihar & Jharkhand
West Bengal
Assam
Uttar Pradesh (Eastern regions)
Unit | Value |
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1 Katha | 1361.25 Square Feet |
1 Katha | 126.44 Square Meters |
1 Katha | 151.25 Square Yards |
1 Katha | 0.05 Bigha |
1 Katha | 1.01 Biswa |
1 Katha | 151.25 Gaj |
1 Katha | 1.25 Guntha |
1 Katha | 0.031244 Acre |
Katha | Gaj |
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1 katha | 151.25 acre |
2 katha | 302.5 gaj |
3 katha | 453.75 gaj |
4 katha | 605 gaj |
5 katha | 756.25 gaj |
6 katha | 907.5 gaj |
7 katha | 1058.75 gaj |
8 katha | 1210 gaj |
9 katha | 1361.25 gaj |
10 katha | 1512.5 gaj |
11 katha | 1663.75 gaj |
12 katha | 1815 gaj |
13 katha | 1966.25 gaj |
14 katha | 2117.5 gaj |
15 katha | 2268.75 gaj |
16 katha | 2420 gaj |
17 katha | 2571.25 gaj |
18 katha | 2722.5 gaj |
19 katha | 2873.75 gaj |
20 katha | 3025 gaj |