Odisha Land Unit Converter – Decimal, Acre, Guntha & Sq Ft
Type an area in any unit and see it in every common Odisha land unit at once.
How to use the Odisha Land Unit Converter
- Enter the area exactly as it appears in your patta, khatiyan or sale deed.
- Choose the unit it is written in.
- Read the converted values for every unit in the table.
Land measurement units used in Odisha
In Odisha, land records (khatiyan / Record of Rights) are written mainly in acres and decimals. Plot sellers and builders usually talk in square feet, while banks and government schemes sometimes use hectares. This converter puts all of them side by side so you can check a deal quickly.
| Unit | Equal to |
|---|---|
| 1 Decimal (dismil) | 435.6 sq ft · 40.47 sq m · 1/100 acre |
| 1 Acre | 100 decimal · 43,560 sq ft · 0.4047 hectare |
| 1 Guntha | 1,089 sq ft · 2.5 decimal · 1/40 acre |
| 1 Hectare | 247.1 decimal · 2.471 acre |
| 1 Square yard (gaj) | 9 sq ft |
Common conversions
- 5 decimal = 2,178 sq ft
- 10 decimal = 4,356 sq ft
- 1,000 sq ft ≈ 2.296 decimal
- 2,400 sq ft ≈ 5.51 decimal
Before you buy a plot
- Match the area in the sale deed with the khatiyan and the Bhulekh record.
- Ask for a physical measurement by an amin or licensed surveyor.
- Check the kisam (land type) – agricultural land needs conversion before construction.
Values are standard conversions. Always rely on official revenue records for legal purposes.
Decimal to square feet conversion table (Odisha)
| Decimal | Square feet | Square metre |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435.6 | 40.47 |
| 2 | 871.2 | 80.94 |
| 3 | 1,306.8 | 121.41 |
| 4 | 1,742.4 | 161.87 |
| 5 | 2,178.0 | 202.34 |
| 6 | 2,613.6 | 242.81 |
| 8 | 3,484.8 | 323.75 |
| 10 | 4,356.0 | 404.69 |
| 20 | 8,712.0 | 809.37 |
| 50 | 21,780.0 | 2,023.43 |
| 100 (1 acre) | 43,560.0 | 4,046.86 |
Square feet to decimal (common plot sizes)
| Plot size | Area (sq ft) | Decimal |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 | 1,200 | 2.75 |
| 30 × 50 | 1,500 | 3.44 |
| 40 × 60 | 2,400 | 5.51 |
| 50 × 80 | 4,000 | 9.18 |
Worked example: checking a plot deal
A seller offers a 6-decimal plot at ₹9 lakh per decimal, and says it is "about 2,700 sq ft". Using the converter, 6 decimals = 2,613.6 sq ft. The real area is about 86 sq ft less than claimed. At ₹9 lakh per decimal the price is ₹54 lakh, which works out to about ₹2,066 per sq ft – compare that with nearby rates before you negotiate.
How to verify land records in Odisha
- Get the khata number and plot number from the seller.
- Check the Record of Rights (khatiyan) on the official Bhulekh Odisha portal for owner name, area and kisam.
- Match the area in the khatiyan, the sale deed and the actual site measurement.
- Check for encumbrances (loans, disputes) through the registration office before paying an advance.
Kisam (land type) matters
The khatiyan also records the kisam, such as gharabari (homestead), jala or bahal (agricultural). Agricultural land must usually be converted for residential use before a building plan can be approved. Ask a local lawyer or the tahasil office if you are unsure.
Measuring a plot yourself (rough check)
Before you call a surveyor, you can do a quick check with a measuring tape. For a rectangular plot, multiply length by breadth in feet to get square feet, then divide by 435.6 to get decimals. For an L-shaped plot, split it into two rectangles and add them. If the result is more than 2–3% away from the area in the records, ask for an official measurement before going ahead – small differences are common, large ones are a warning sign.
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet is 1 decimal in Odisha?
1 decimal equals 435.6 square feet, which is one-hundredth of an acre.
How many decimals make one acre?
100 decimals make one acre.
Is a cent the same as a decimal?
Yes. Cent and decimal both mean 1/100 of an acre (435.6 sq ft).
How many decimals is one guntha?
One guntha is 1,089 sq ft, which equals 2.5 decimals.
Is 1 decimal the same everywhere in India?
Decimal (dismil) is used mainly in eastern India – Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand – and is 1/100 acre (435.6 sq ft) in all of them.
How do I find the area of an irregular plot?
Ask a licensed amin or surveyor to measure it. For rough estimates, split the plot into rectangles and triangles and add their areas.
Last updated: 11 November 2026