What are common area units used in real estate conversions?

In India, several area units are commonly used in real estate transactions and conversions. Here are the most prevalent ones:

1. Square Feet (sq ft):

• Widely used in urban areas and for apartments
• Often the standard for property listings in cities

2. Square Meters (sq m):

• Used in some urban areas, especially for commercial or luxury properties
• 1 sq m = 10.764 sq ft

3. Gaj:

• Common in northern India, particularly in states like Punjab and Haryana
• 1 gaj = 9 sq ft

4. Bigha:

• Varies by region but is commonly used in rural areas
• In most of North India, 1 bigha = 27,225 sq ft (about 0.625 acres)
• The exact size can vary significantly between states

5. Acre:

• Used for larger land parcels, especially in rural areas
• 1 acre = 43,560 sq ft

6. Hectare:

• Sometimes used for very large land areas
• 1 hectare = 10,000 sq m ≈ 2.47 acres

7. Cent:

• Common in South India, especially Kerala
• 1 cent = 435.6 sq ft (1/100th of an acre)

8. Guntha:

• Used in Maharashtra and some neighbouring states
• 1 guntha = 1,089 sq ft (1/40th of an acre)

9. Katha:

• Common in West Bengal
• 1 katha ≈ 720 sq ft (can vary)

It's important to note that some of these units, particularly bigha and katha, can vary in size depending on the specific region or even locality within India. When dealing with real estate in India, confirming the exact conversion rates for the specific area is crucial. For quick real estate conversions, you can use an online area conversion calculator.