Biswa to Square Feet Calculator
Convert biswa to square feet. A biswa is one-twentieth of a bigha, so its size varies by state — pick yours for an accurate result.
Biswa is a traditional land unit of North India, defined as one-twentieth of a bigha. Because the bigha itself varies by state, so does the biswa: about 1,350 square feet in Uttar Pradesh and 1,361.25 square feet in Haryana and Rajasthan. Pick your state above.
How biswa to square feet is calculated
Square feet = biswa × (state value) (biswa = bigha ÷ 20)
| State | 1 biswa (sq ft) |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,350 |
| Haryana / Rajasthan | 1,361.25 |
Worked example
5 biswa in Uttar Pradesh: 5 × 1,350 = 6,750 square feet.
Biswa, bigha and biswansi
Since 20 biswa make a bigha, biswa is handy for describing parts of a larger plot. Some regions further divide a biswa into 20 biswansi. A "pucca" biswa is the standard measure; a "kaccha" biswa (used in some areas) is smaller, so always confirm which is meant.
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet is 1 biswa?
About 1,350 sq ft in Uttar Pradesh and 1,361.25 sq ft in Haryana and Rajasthan.
How many biswa in a bigha?
20 biswa make one bigha.
What is a biswansi?
A biswansi is one-twentieth of a biswa, used to describe very small areas.
Does biswa vary by state?
Yes — because it is one-twentieth of the local bigha, which itself differs by state.
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Traditional land units vary by region and even by district; always confirm the local definition and official land records before any property transaction.