How to convert decimals to bighas
To convert decimals to bighas, multiply the value by the conversion factor 0.03025. To go the other way, multiply by 33.05785124 (or divide by 0.03025).
Worked example: 5 dec to bigha
- Write the value: 5 dec
- Multiply by 0.03025: 5 × 0.03025
- Result: 0.15125 bigha
Decimal (Shotok) to Bigha conversion table
Quick reference values, rounded to 6 significant digits.
| Decimal (Shotok) (dec) | Bigha (bigha) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 dec | 0.003025 bigha |
| 0.25 dec | 0.0075625 bigha |
| 0.5 dec | 0.015125 bigha |
| 1 dec | 0.03025 bigha |
| 2 dec | 0.0605 bigha |
| 3 dec | 0.09075 bigha |
| 4 dec | 0.121 bigha |
| 5 dec | 0.15125 bigha |
| 6 dec | 0.1815 bigha |
| 7 dec | 0.21175 bigha |
| 8 dec | 0.242 bigha |
| 9 dec | 0.27225 bigha |
| 10 dec | 0.3025 bigha |
| 12 dec | 0.363 bigha |
| 15 dec | 0.45375 bigha |
| 20 dec | 0.605 bigha |
| 25 dec | 0.75625 bigha |
| 30 dec | 0.9075 bigha |
| 40 dec | 1.21 bigha |
| 50 dec | 1.5125 bigha |
| 75 dec | 2.26875 bigha |
| 100 dec | 3.025 bigha |
| 250 dec | 7.5625 bigha |
| 500 dec | 15.125 bigha |
| 1,000 dec | 30.25 bigha |
Bigha to Decimal (Shotok)
| bigha | dec |
|---|---|
| 1 bigha | 33.0579 dec |
| 5 bigha | 165.289 dec |
| 10 bigha | 330.579 dec |
| 50 bigha | 1,652.89 dec |
| 100 bigha | 3,305.79 dec |
1 Decimal (Shotok) in other area & land units
About Decimal (Shotok) and Bigha
What is a decimal (shotok) (dec)?
A decimal, called shotok (শতক/শতাংশ) in Bangla, is 1/100 of an acre, or 435.6 square feet. It is the most common unit in Bangladeshi land deeds.
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.
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 decimal (shotok) to bigha conversion is used
Area & land conversions are needed for buying and selling land, flats, deed (dolil) records, construction planning and farming. Converting between decimals and bighas 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 bighas are in 1 decimal (shotok)?
1 Decimal (Shotok) equals 0.03025 bigha.
How do I convert decimals to bighas?
Multiply the number of decimals by 0.03025. For example, 5 dec × 0.03025 = 0.15125 bigha.
What is 5 dec in bigha?
5 dec = 0.15125 bigha.
How many decimals are in 1 bigha?
1 Bigha equals 33.0579 dec. Use the Bigha to Decimal converter for the reverse direction.
Is this Decimal (Shotok) to Bigha 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.