Nepal Land Measurement Converter
Convert between Nepali land units instantly. Supports Ropani, Aana, Paisa, Daam, Bigha, Kattha, Dhur, Square Feet, and Square Meter.
Hilly Region Units
Universal Units
About Nepal's Land Measurement Systems
Nepal uses two distinct land measurement systems depending on the geographic region. The Ropani system is used in the hilly regions including Kathmandu Valley, while the Bigha system is used in the Terai (plains) region bordering India. Understanding both systems is essential for land transactions in Nepal.
Hilly Region — Ropani System
The Ropani system is the traditional land measurement used in Nepal's hill and mountain districts. The unit hierarchy is: Ropani > Aana > Paisa > Daam.
| Unit | Sq. Meter | Sq. Feet | Relation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ropani | 508.72 | 5,476 | 16 Aana |
| 1 Aana | 31.80 | 342.25 | 4 Paisa |
| 1 Paisa | 7.95 | 85.56 | 4 Daam |
| 1 Daam | 1.99 | 21.39 | Smallest unit |
Terai Region — Bigha System
The Bigha system is used in Nepal's Terai districts. The unit hierarchy is: Bigha > Kattha > Dhur.
| Unit | Sq. Meter | Sq. Feet | Relation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bigha | 6,772.63 | 72,900 | 20 Kattha |
| 1 Kattha | 338.63 | 3,645 | 20 Dhur |
| 1 Dhur | 16.93 | 182.25 | Smallest unit |
Full Conversion Reference Chart
| From | Ropani | Aana | Bigha | Kattha | Sq. Feet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ropani | 1 | 16 | 0.0751 | 1.502 | 5,476 |
| 1 Bigha | 13.31 | 212.97 | 1 | 20 | 72,900 |
| 1 Kattha | 0.666 | 10.65 | 0.05 | 1 | 3,645 |
| 1 Sq. Meter | 0.00197 | 0.0314 | 0.000148 | 0.00295 | 10.764 |
Nepal's Two Land Measurement Systems
Nepal uniquely uses two completely different land measurement systems depending on the geographic region. The Ropani system (Ropani, Aana, Paisa, Daam) is used in the hilly and mountainous regions, including the Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, and all hill districts. The Bigha system (Bigha, Kattha, Dhur) is used in the Terai (southern plains) region, which borders India. This dual system has historical roots — the Ropani system evolved in the hills where smaller land plots are common due to the terrain, while the Bigha system came from the Indian subcontinent and is suited for the larger, flat agricultural lands of the Terai.
The government of Nepal maintains land records using the local system of each district. A property in Kathmandu is recorded in Ropani-Aana-Paisa-Daam, while a property in Chitwan or Jhapa is recorded in Bigha-Kattha-Dhur. This creates a real challenge when comparing land sizes across regions or when someone from the hills buys land in the Terai and vice versa. Square meters and square feet serve as universal bridge units that both systems can be converted to.
Why Land Measurement Conversion Matters
Land measurement conversion is critical for anyone involved in real estate transactions in Nepal. When buying or selling property, you need to understand the exact area in both the local system and universal units (square meters or square feet) to compare prices accurately. Real estate listings in Nepal often quote prices per Aana in the hills or per Kattha in the Terai, and being able to convert these to square feet helps with fair price comparison.
Government land records at the District Land Revenue Office (Malpot Karyalaya) use the local measurement system, so understanding conversions is essential when verifying plot sizes during land registration and transfer. Banks and financial institutions require land area in both local and standard units for property valuation during mortgage applications. Construction planning also requires accurate conversion, as architects and engineers typically work in square meters or square feet while land ownership documents use local units.