Traditional Units in Bihar

In Aurangabad district, land is traditionally measured in Katha and Bigha. The standard conversions established by the Bihar government are:

• 1 Bigha = 20 Katha - The fundamental unit for larger land parcels
• 1 Katha = 1,361.25 Square Feet - Standardized across Bihar
• 1 Acre = 32 Katha (approximately 43,560 sq ft)
• 1 Hectare = 79.07 Katha (approximately 107,639 sq ft)

These measurements are critical for agricultural planning, land registration, and real estate transactions throughout Aurangabad district. The standardization helps prevent disputes and ensures fair transactions.

Land Measurement Best Practices

• Verify local standards: Always confirm measurements with the Aurangabad Revenue Department before transactions
• Professional survey: Hire licensed surveyors for accurate boundary marking and measurement
• Document verification: Cross-check land records at the local tehsil office
• Understand variations: Note that some rural areas may use slightly different local measurements
• Conversion awareness: Be explicit about which measurement standard is being used in agreements