Bigha (Gujarat)
A traditional Indian land unit whose size is non-standard and varies by region; never rely on it for a binding Dholera deal.
A bigha is a traditional land unit used across parts of India, including Gujarat, mainly for agricultural and raw land. Its biggest catch is that it is non-standard: the bigha does not have one fixed size, and the area it represents changes from region to region.
In Gujarat the bigha is commonly cited at about 21,780 sq ft, roughly half an acre, in some parts, but in South Gujarat the vigha is often cited at about 23,958 sq ft, and other pockets differ again. Because of this variation, quoting land only in bighas can hide how much you are actually buying. The reliable figure is the survey or Final Plot area stated in square metres in the official record.
For a buyer, the practical rule is simple. You can use bigha loosely to discuss raw or agricultural parcels, but never use it for a binding transaction. Always convert to and verify the square-metre area from the record before you agree a price or sign. Read Land Units in Gujarat Explained, and see the standardised Guntha and Square Yard (Gaj) entries for comparison.