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Square Feet to Biswa Converter

1 Square Feet = 0.00138889 Biswa

1 Square Feet = 0.00138889 Biswa

Using the standard/average value — select a state for local values

For informational purposes only. Confirm the local standard before any transaction.

How to convert Square Feet to Biswa

To convert Square Feet to Biswa, multiply the area by 0.00138889. One Square Feet (sq ft) equals 0.00138889 Biswa (biswa), and conversely one Biswa equals 720 Square Feet. The Square Feet is the imperial unit most commonly used to measure the built-up area of homes in India, while the Biswa is a land unit equal to 1/20 of a bigha, common in UP, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. Use the calculator below to convert any value between the two units, or read the conversion table and worked examples that follow.

Formula

Biswa = Square Feet × 0.00138889

For example, to convert 10 Square Feet to Biswa, multiply 10 by 0.00138889 to get 0.0138889 Biswa.

This is the most commonly used standard value. The actual size of this unit varies from state to state in India — always confirm the local standard before a transaction. The figures on this page use the standard/average definition — pick your state in the calculator above to convert using local values.

Square Feet to Biswa conversion table

Square Feet (sq ft)Biswa (biswa)
1 sq ft0.00138889 biswa
2 sq ft0.00277778 biswa
3 sq ft0.00416667 biswa
4 sq ft0.00555556 biswa
5 sq ft0.00694444 biswa
6 sq ft0.00833333 biswa
7 sq ft0.00972222 biswa
8 sq ft0.0111111 biswa
9 sq ft0.0125 biswa
10 sq ft0.0138889 biswa
20 sq ft0.0277778 biswa
25 sq ft0.0347222 biswa
50 sq ft0.0694444 biswa
100 sq ft0.138889 biswa
500 sq ft0.694444 biswa
1,000 sq ft1.38889 biswa

Frequently asked questions

How many Biswa are there in 1 Square Feet?

There are 0.00138889 Biswa (biswa) in 1 Square Feet (sq ft).

How do you convert Square Feet to Biswa?

Multiply the number of Square Feet by 0.00138889. The formula is: Biswa = Square Feet × 0.00138889.

What is 1 Biswa in Square Feet?

1 Biswa equals 720 Square Feet.

How many Biswa are there in 100 Square Feet?

100 Square Feet equals 0.138889 Biswa.

Is the size of a Biswa the same everywhere in India?

This is the most commonly used standard value. The actual size of this unit varies from state to state in India — always confirm the local standard before a transaction.

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