How to convert bighas to square meters
To convert bighas to square meters, multiply the value by the conversion factor 1,337.8. To go the other way, multiply by 0.0007474938 (or divide by 1,337.8).
Worked example: 5 bigha to m²
- Write the value: 5 bigha
- Multiply by 1,337.8: 5 × 1,337.8
- Result: 6,689.02 m²
Bigha to Square Meter conversion table
Quick reference values, rounded to 6 significant digits.
| Bigha (bigha) | Square Meter (m²) |
|---|---|
| 0.001 bigha | 1.3378 m² |
| 0.005 bigha | 6.68902 m² |
| 0.01 bigha | 13.378 m² |
| 0.05 bigha | 66.8902 m² |
| 0.1 bigha | 133.78 m² |
| 0.25 bigha | 334.451 m² |
| 0.5 bigha | 668.902 m² |
| 1 bigha | 1,337.8 m² |
| 2 bigha | 2,675.61 m² |
| 3 bigha | 4,013.41 m² |
| 5 bigha | 6,689.02 m² |
| 10 bigha | 13,378.04 m² |
| 20 bigha | 26,756.08 m² |
| 50 bigha | 66,890.19 m² |
| 100 bigha | 133,780 m² |
Square Meter to Bigha
| m² | bigha |
|---|---|
| 1 m² | 0.000747494 bigha |
| 5 m² | 0.00373747 bigha |
| 10 m² | 0.00747494 bigha |
| 50 m² | 0.0373747 bigha |
| 100 m² | 0.0747494 bigha |
1 Bigha in other area & land units
About Bigha and Square Meter
What is a bigha (bigha)?
A bigha (বিঘা) equals 20 katha. The standard bigha in Bangladesh is 14,400 square feet, or about 33 decimal. Local values may vary.
What is a square meter (m²)?
A square meter is the SI unit of area: a square with 1 meter sides. It is used in official surveys and international property listings.
Important for land buyers: traditional units like katha and bigha differ between districts. This converter uses the standard values used in Dhaka and most official calculations: 1 katha = 720 sq ft, 1 bigha = 20 katha = 14,400 sq ft, 1 decimal (shotok) = 435.6 sq ft, 1 acre = 100 decimal. Always confirm the local value written in your deed (দলিল) or with the land office (AC Land).
Where bigha to square meter conversion is used
Area & land conversions are needed for buying and selling land, flats, deed (dolil) records, construction planning and farming. Converting between bighas and square meters is especially common when you compare products, read foreign specifications, or fill in forms that expect a specific unit.
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Frequently asked questions
How many square meters are in 1 bigha?
1 Bigha equals 1,337.8 m².
How do I convert bighas to square meters?
Multiply the number of bighas by 1,337.8. For example, 5 bigha × 1,337.8 = 6,689.02 m².
What is 5 bigha in m²?
5 bigha = 6,689.02 m².
How many bighas are in 1 square meter?
1 Square Meter equals 0.000747494 bigha. Use the Square Meter to Bigha converter for the reverse direction.
Is this Bigha to Square Meter converter accurate?
Yes. It uses exact internationally defined conversion factors and the standard Bangladeshi values for traditional units, calculated with full floating-point precision. Results are displayed rounded for readability.