Land Measurement Tools for Lakhisarai District, Bihar

Accurate land unit conversion between traditional Bihar units (Katha, Bigha) and standard measurements

1 Katha = 1361.25 Sq Ft 1 Bigha = 20 Katha 1 Acre = 1.6 Bigha 1 Hectare = 3.95 Acre

About Lakhisarai District

Lakhisarai district, located in the Munger Division of Bihar, was formed in 1994. Known for its fertile agricultural land and historical significance, Lakhisarai has unique land measurement practices that differ slightly from other regions in Bihar.

Geography

Total area: 1,229 km²
Population: 1 million+

Land Prices

Agricultural: ₹1-5 lakh/acre
Residential: ₹500-2000/sq ft

Major Areas

Lakhisarai Town
Barahiya
Surajgarha
Piparia

Ganges River Fertile Land Historical Sites
Land Unit Conversion Tool

Convert between traditional Lakhisarai land measurement units and standard international units:

Conversion Result

1 Katha = 1361.25 Sq Ft
Land Area Calculator

Calculate land area for rectangular plots in Lakhisarai district:

Calculated Area

Square Feet
5000
Katha
3.67
Square Meters
464.52
Bigha
0.18
Lakhisarai Land Price Calculator

Estimate land value in Lakhisarai based on location, land type, and area:

Estimated Value

₹ 6,80,625
For 1 Katha of Residential Land in Rural Area

Price Per Unit

  • Per Katha: ₹6.8 Lakh
  • Per Bigha: ₹1.36 Cr
  • Per Acre: ₹85 Lakh
  • Per Sq Ft: ₹500

Land Measurement in Lakhisarai District

Traditional Units in Lakhisarai

In Lakhisarai district, land is traditionally measured in Katha and Bigha. The standard conversions used in land records are:

  • 1 Bigha = 20 Katha
  • 1 Katha = 1361.25 Sq Ft
  • 1 Acre = 1.6 Bigha (approximately)
  • 1 Hectare = 3.95 Acres
  • 1 Decimal = 435.6 Sq Ft

These measurements can vary slightly between different tehsils within Lakhisarai district. Always verify with local authorities before land transactions.

Land Registration Process in Bihar

Property registration in Lakhisarai follows the Bihar Registration Act. Key steps include:

  1. Verification of land records at the Circle Office
  2. Stamp duty payment (5-7% of property value)
  3. Registration at the Sub-Registrar Office
  4. Mutation of land records (Khatiyan)
  5. Online verification through Bihar Bhumi Portal

Current Land Prices in Lakhisarai

Land prices in Lakhisarai vary based on location and land type (2023 data):

Location Type Residential (₹/Sq Ft) Agricultural (₹/Acre)
Urban (Lakhisarai Town) 800 - 2,000 40 - 80 Lakh
Semi-Urban Areas 600 - 1,200 20 - 50 Lakh
Rural Areas 300 - 700 5 - 20 Lakh

Important Considerations

  • Verify land records through the Bihar Bhumi Portal before purchase
  • Check for any encumbrances or legal disputes
  • Agricultural land conversion requires government approval
  • Consult a local lawyer for property transactions
  • Recent changes in Bihar land laws may affect transactions
  • Property tax rates vary by location in Lakhisarai

Frequently Asked Questions

In Lakhisarai district, 1 Katha is equal to 1361.25 square feet. This is the standard measurement used in land records throughout the district.

In Lakhisarai district, 1 Bigha is equal to approximately 0.625 acres. To convert Bigha to Acres, use the formula: Acres = Bigha × 0.625. For example, 2 Bigha = 1.25 Acres.

Land records for Lakhisarai district can be accessed online through the official Bihar Bhumi Portal (biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in). You can also visit the Circle Office in Lakhisarai town for physical records and verification.