Gaj to Katha Calculator in Punjab

Popular Gaj to Katha Conversions

In many parts of Punjab, especially in rural regions, Katha is a widely used traditional unit for measuring land area. Gaj is another commonly used unit, One Gaj often considered equivalent to 0.016528787878788 Katha.

When converting from Gaj to Katha, it's important to note that the conversion rate can vary depending on the region or state. Accurate conversion requires knowing the local definitions and accepted values for these units.

Gaj to Katha Conversion Table in Punjab (Approximate)

(Data may vary by district; based on common practices in Punjab)

Gaj	Equivalent in Katha
1 Gaj	0.016528787878788 Katha
2 Gaj	0.033057575757576 Katha
3 Gaj	0.049586363636364 Katha
4 Gaj	0.066115151515152 Katha
5 Gaj	0.08264393939394 Katha
6 Gaj	0.099172727272728 Katha
7 Gaj	0.115701515151516 Katha
8 Gaj	0.132230303030304 Katha
9 Gaj	0.148759090909092 Katha
10 Gaj	0.16528787878788 Katha
11 Gaj	0.181816666666668 Katha
12 Gaj	0.198345454545456 Katha
13 Gaj	0.214874242424244 Katha
14 Gaj	0.231403030303032 Katha
15 Gaj	0.24793181818182 Katha
16 Gaj	0.264460606060608 Katha
17 Gaj	0.280989393939396 Katha
18 Gaj	0.297518181818184 Katha
19 Gaj	0.314046969696972 Katha
20 Gaj	0.33057575757576 Katha

About Gaj (Guz) in Punjab

Gaj, also known as Guz, is a traditional unit of measurement commonly used in Punjab, particularly for measuring land and textiles. It is often regarded as the regional equivalent of a square yard. In modern land measurement, 1 Gaj = 0.016528787878788 Katha.

Despite India's formal adoption of the metric system, Gaj remains widely used in real estate transactions, especially in Punjab, where customary practices still influence property measurement and land records.

Historical Background

The origin of the Gaj (or Guz) dates back to the Mughal era, where it was introduced as a standard unit for measuring cloth in royal and local markets. Over time, its use extended beyond textiles into real estate and land measurement. During the British colonial rule, the Gaj was widely adopted in land records, which helped institutionalize its use in several parts of North India. The legacy of this unit continues, particularly in regions where traditional and customary land measurement systems are still in practice.

Conversion Unit	Equivalent in 1 Gaj
Dhur	0.330575757575758
Biswa	0.016528787878788
Bigha	0.000826439393939
Square Karam	0.297518181818182
Kanal	0.001652878787879
Murabba	0.000008264393939
Killa	0.000206609848485
Pura	0.000206609848485
Lessa	0.330575757575758
Biswa Kacha	0.008264393939394
Marla	0.033057575757576
Katha	0.016528787878788
Square Feet	8.999924999999999
Acre	0.000206609848485
Square Meter	0.836121201423276
Hectare	0.000083612039357
Square Inch	1295.989
Square Mile	0.000000322827888
Square Kilometer	0.000000836120394
Decimal	0.020660984848485
Square Yard	0.999991666666667
Square Centimeter	8361.212

About Katha in Punjab

Katha (also spelled Kattha) is a traditional unit of land measurement widely used in eastern and northern Indian states such as Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Assam. In Punjab, the size of 1 Katha typically ranges between 60.500504170867643 Gaj, depending on regional practices. Katha is commonly used in Punjab for agricultural and residential land transactions, especially in rural and semi-urban areas.

Historical Background in Punjab

The Katha unit dates back to ancient times and was further formalized during the British era as part of land revenue systems. In Punjab, it continues to be an integral part of traditional land records, used alongside other units like Bigha, Decimal, and Dhur. Despite the growing adoption of metric units, Katha remains a widely accepted and practical measurement unit in day-to-day land dealings across Punjab.

Conversion Unit	Equivalent in 1 Katha
Dhur	20
Biswa	1
Bigha	0.05
Square Karam	18
Kanal	0.1
Murabba	0.0005
Gaj	60.500504170868098
Killa	0.0125
Pura	0.0125
Lessa	20
Biswa Kacha	0.5
Marla	2
Square Feet	544.5
Acre	0.0125
Square Meter	50.585754234060147
Hectare	0.005058570535853
Square Inch	78408
Square Mile	0.00001953125
Square Kilometer	0.000050585705359
Decimal	1.25
Square Yard	60.5
Square Centimeter	505857.542