Understanding Katha and Hectare in Chhattisgarh
In Chhattisgarh, traditional land measurement units like katha coexist with metric units like hectare. With the state government's push toward digital land records and standardized measurements for 2026, accurate conversion between these units has become increasingly important.
Official Conversion Standards
The Chhattisgarh Revenue Department recognizes the following conversion factors for 2026 property assessments:
| Unit | Equivalent in Hectare | Equivalent in Square Meters | Use Case in Chhattisgarh |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Katha | 0.006689 hectare | 66.89 sq m | Urban residential plots |
| 10 Katha | 0.06689 hectare | 668.9 sq m | Medium agricultural land |
| 100 Katha | 0.6689 hectare | 6,689 sq m | Large farmland parcels |
| 1 Hectare | 1.0000 hectare | 10,000 sq m | Government land records |
Step-by-Step Conversion Process
- Verify the Katha measurement from your land document (7/12 extract or property deed)
- Multiply the Katha value by 0.006689 to get hectares
- Cross-verify with local revenue office standards for your specific district
- Document the conversion for official property transactions in 2026
2026 Land Measurement Update
Starting January 2026, Chhattisgarh's Revenue Department will mandate dual-unit display (traditional + metric) in all property documents. This initiative aims to standardize land records across the state while preserving traditional measurement systems.
Regional Variations Within Chhattisgarh
While the standard conversion is widely accepted, some districts in Chhattisgarh maintain slight variations:
- Raipur Division: 1 Katha = 0.0067 hectare (standard)
- Bilaspur Division: 1 Katha = 0.0065 hectare (traditional)
- Bastar Division: 1 Katha = 0.0068 hectare (tribal areas)
Practical Applications for 2026
Accurate katha to hectare conversion in Chhattisgarh is essential for:
- Property registration and mutation processes
- Agricultural subsidy calculations (2026 schemes)
- Construction planning and building permits
- Land valuation for bank loans
- GIS mapping and digital land records
FAQs: Katha to Hectare in Chhattisgarh
1 Katha equals 0.006689 hectare in Chhattisgarh's standard measurement system as per 2026 revenue records.
Approximately 149.5 Katha make 1 hectare in Chhattisgarh (1 ÷ 0.006689 = 149.5).
While 0.006689 hectare per Katha is the standard, minor variations exist in tribal and hilly regions. Always verify with local revenue offices.
Hectare is the metric standard required for government records, bank financing, and cross-state property transactions from 2026 onward.
Tehsil revenue offices and online Chhattisgarh Land Records Portal (bhulekh.cg.nic.in) provide certified conversion documents.