Sikkim Land Measurement Units

Complete guide to traditional and modern land measurement units used in Sikkim. Convert between Katha, Dhur, Acre, Hectare, Square Feet and other units with our accurate Sikkim-specific calculator.

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Convert between Sikkim's land measurement units instantly using our state-specific calculator.

Katha in Sikkim

Katha is a traditional unit used in Sikkim for land measurement. 1 Katha = 720 Square Feet in the Sikkim measurement system. This unit is commonly used for residential plots and smaller agricultural lands.

Dhur in Sikkim

Dhur is a smaller traditional unit in Sikkim's land measurement system. 1 Dhur = 68.05 Square Feet. Typically, 20 Dhur make 1 Katha in Sikkim. Used for very small plots and subdivisions.

Acre & Hectare

Standard units used throughout Sikkim for larger land parcels. 1 Acre = 43,560 Square Feet and 1 Hectare = 10.764 Square Feet. These are used for agricultural land, tea gardens, and forestry.

Sikkim Land Measurement Conversion Table

Standard conversion values for Sikkim land measurement units (based on official Sikkim measurement standards).

Unit Square Feet Square Meters Equivalent in Katha Equivalent in Dhur
1 Katha (Sikkim) 720 sq ft 66.89 sq m 1 Katha 20 Dhur
1 Dhur (Sikkim) 68.05 sq ft 6.32 sq m 0.05 Katha 1 Dhur
1 Acre 43,560 sq ft 4,046.86 sq m 60.5 Katha 1,210 Dhur
1 Hectare 107,639 sq ft 10,000 sq m 149.5 Katha 2,990 Dhur
1 Square Meter 10.764 sq ft 1 sq m 0.0149 Katha 0.298 Dhur
1 Square Yard 9 sq ft 0.836 sq m 0.0125 Katha 0.25 Dhur

Common Conversions in Sikkim

Frequently used land measurement conversions for Sikkim property transactions and records.

  • 1 Katha to Square Feet 720 sq ft
  • 1 Katha to Dhur 20 Dhur
  • 1 Acre to Katha 60.5 Katha
  • 1 Dhur to Square Feet 68.05 sq ft
  • 1 Acre to Dhur 1,210 Dhur
  • 1 Hectare to Acre 2.471 Acre
  • 1 Square Feet to Katha 0.00139 Katha
  • 1 Hectare to Katha 149.5 Katha

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikkim Land Measurement

1. What are the main land measurement units used in Sikkim?

The primary land measurement units in Sikkim are Acre, Hectare, Square Feet, Katha, and Dhur. Acre and Hectare are used for larger agricultural lands, while Katha and Dhur are traditional units for smaller plots.

2. How many square feet are in 1 Katha in Sikkim?

In Sikkim, 1 Katha is typically equal to 720 square feet, though this can vary slightly in different regions of the state.

3. How do I convert Acre to Katha in Sikkim?

1 Acre equals approximately 60.5 Katha in Sikkim. You can use our Sikkim land converter above for precise conversions.

4. What is Dhur measurement in Sikkim?

Dhur is a traditional unit used in Sikkim for smaller land measurements. 1 Dhur equals approximately 68.05 square feet or 1/20th of a Katha in the Sikkim measurement system.

5. Is Hectare commonly used in Sikkim?

Yes, Hectare is commonly used in Sikkim for agricultural land, forestry, and larger property measurements alongside traditional units like Katha and Dhur.

6. How accurate is the Sikkim land measurement converter?

Our converter uses standardized Sikkim-specific conversion values that are regularly updated to ensure accuracy for property transactions and land records.

7. Are land measurement units uniform across all of Sikkim?

While the standard units are generally consistent, there might be minor regional variations in traditional units. For official transactions, always verify with local land records departments.