Katha to Gaj converter


About Katha

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.

About Gaj

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.

Formula: katha to gaj

Region and value for Katha unit

India

  1. Bihar & Jharkhand

    • 1 Katha = 1361 ft2 = 151.22 Gaj
  2. West Bengal

    • 1 Katha = 720 ft2 = 80 Gaj
  3. Assam

    • 1 Katha = 2880 ft2 = 320 Gaj
  4. Uttar Pradesh (Eastern regions)

    • 1 Katha = 1361 ft2 = 151.22 Gaj

Nepal

  • 1 Katha = 3380 ft2 = 375.56 Gaj

Bangladesh

  • 1 Katha = 720 ft2 = 80 Gaj

Example conversions of Katha to Gaj

Sample 1: Bihar & Jharkhand

  • 1 Katha = 1361 ft²
  • Conversion: 1361 ft² ÷ 9 = 151.22 Gaj
  • Result: 50 Katha = 50 × 151.22 = 7561 Gaj

Sample 2: West Bengal

  • 1 Katha = 720 ft²
  • Conversion: 720 ft² ÷ 9 = 80 Gaj
  • Result: 30 Katha = 30 × 80 = 2400 Gaj

Sample 3: Assam

  • 1 Katha = 2880 ft²
  • Conversion: 2880 ft² ÷ 9 = 320 Gaj
  • Result: 10 Katha = 10 × 320 = 3200 Gaj

Dimensions of katha

Unit Value
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
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