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Hectare
A hectare is a metric unit used globally to measure land and plots, particularly large areas. It is symbolized as “ha” and is a non-SI unit that is accepted in international measurement systems. In the British Imperial System, one hectare equals 10,000 square meters or 2.471 acres.
Visually, a hectare is roughly the size of a European football field. For farming, the hectare is a crucial unit as it helps buyers assess the output and productivity of agricultural fields. There are 100 hectares in a square kilometer, and 0.405 hectare in an acre. By definition, a hectare is a metric unit representing a square with each side measuring 100 meters.
Dimensions of Hectare
| 1 Hectare | 2.47 acres |
| 1 Hectare | 10,000 square meters |
| 1 Hectare | 107, 639 sqft |
| 1 Hectare | 11,959 square yards |
| 1 Hectare | 100000000 sq cm |
Bigha
In India, especially in areas where agriculture is prevalent, the term “Bigha” is commonly used to measure land. The size of a Bigha can differ from state to state. Within the Bigha measurement, there are two smaller units: Katha and Biswa. Generally, a Bigha ranges from 1 to 1/3 of an acre. In metric terms, one Bigha is roughly equivalent to 1/8th or 2/5th of a hectare.
Also Read: Length Conversion
Dimensions of Bigha
| 1 Bigha | 25083820.79 cm2 |
| 1 Bigha | 25083820.79 km2 |
| 1 Bigha | 2508382080 mm2 |
| 1 Bigha | 1011.71410532 m2 |
| 1 Bigha | 3887992.223 inch2 |
| 1 Bigha | 0.0009684863208 mile2 |
| 1 Bigha | 0.13378050706528 Hectare |
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Hectare to Bigha Formula
The formula to convert from hectares to Bighas can vary based on the specific regional definitions of a Bigha, as it differs from state to state in India. However, a general conversion formula is:
Bigha = Hectares × Conversion Factor
For a rough estimate, the conversion factor typically used is:
1 hectare ≈ 2.5 to 2.6 Bighas
So, to convert hectares to Bighas:
Bigha = Hectares × 2.5
or
Bigha = Hectares × 2.6
How to Convert Hectare to Bigha
- Step 1: Determine the Conversion Factor: Find out the specific conversion factor for Bigha in the region you are interested in (e.g., 2.5 or 2.6 Bighas per hectare).
- Step 2: Write Down the Conversion Formula: Use the formula: Bigha = Hectares × Conversion Factor
- Step 3: Insert the Number of Hectares: Plug the number of hectares you want to convert into the formula.
- Step 4: Multiply: Perform the multiplication to calculate the number of Bighas.
Do Check: Conversion List
Conversion Table For Hectare to Bigha
| Hectares | Conversion Factor (Approx.) | Bighas (Using 2.5) | Bighas (Using 2.6) |
| 1 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| 2 | 2.5 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| 3 | 2.5 | 7.5 | 7.8 |
| 4 | 2.5 | 10.0 | 10.4 |
| 5 | 2.5 | 12.5 | 13.0 |
| 6 | 2.5 | 15.0 | 15.6 |
| 7 | 2.5 | 17.5 | 18.2 |
| 8 | 2.5 | 20.0 | 20.8 |
| 9 | 2.5 | 22.5 | 23.4 |
| 10 | 2.5 | 25.0 | 26.0 |
FAQs on Hectare to Bigha
Is 1 hectare equal to 1 bigha?
1 Bigha = 0.6772 Hectares. 1 Hectare = 1.4811 Bighas.
What is the size of 1 Bigha?
1 bigha equals 17452.0069808 Square Feet.
What is 1 bigha in up?
One Bigha in UP ranges from 5 biswa to 20 biswa. Here one Biswa is 1,361 square feet (126.4 m2) or 151.25 square yard. In Western UP, 1 bigha is usually equal to 5 biswa ie 6,805 square feet (632.2 m2) or 756 sq yard.
What is 1 hectare to bigha in up
In Uttar Pradesh (UP), the conversion factor for 1 hectare to Bigha is generally around 2.5.
What is hectare to bigha in rajasthan
1 hectare = 2.5 Bighas
