Acre to Decimal Calculator
Convert between acres and decimals using the Indian land measurement system. 1 acre = 100 decimals. Also shows square feet, square meters, hectares, bigha, and cents. See also our Area Converter, Land Area Calculator, and Square Footage Calculator.
How to Convert Acres to Decimals
The decimal is a traditional unit of land measurement used in India and Bangladesh. One decimal equals 1/100th of an acre (435.6 square feet or 40.47 square meters). It is widely used in West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha for measuring agricultural and residential land. The conversion is straightforward: multiply acres by 100 to get decimals, or divide decimals by 100 to get acres.
The term "decimal" is used in eastern India while "cent" (identical value) is used in southern India (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka). Both equal 1/100th of an acre. This calculator also provides conversions to square feet, square meters, hectares, and bigha for comprehensive land measurement comparison across Indian states.
When purchasing land in India, always verify the measurement unit being used in the sale deed. A "bigha" in Uttar Pradesh (27,000 sq ft) is very different from a "bigha" in West Bengal (14,400 sq ft). Converting everything to acres or decimals first provides a standard baseline for accurate comparison.
Conversion Formula
Acre to Decimal:
Decimals = Acres x 100
Decimal to Acre:
Acres = Decimals / 100
Related Conversions:
1 Acre = 100 Decimals = 100 Cents
1 Decimal = 435.6 Square Feet = 40.47 Square Meters
1 Acre = 43,560 Square Feet = 4,046.86 Square Meters
1 Acre = 0.4047 Hectares
1 Acre = 1.6 Bigha (standard/UP)
Example Calculation
A farmer owns 3.5 acres of land in Bihar.
Decimals = 3.5 x 100 = 350 Decimals
Square Feet = 3.5 x 43,560 = 152,460 sq ft
Square Meters = 3.5 x 4,046.86 = 14,164 sq m
Hectares = 3.5 x 0.4047 = 1.416 hectares
Bigha = 3.5 x 1.6 = 5.6 bigha (standard)
Acre to Decimal Reference Table
| Acres | Decimals | Square Feet | Square Meters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 | 25 | 10,890 | 1,012 |
| 0.5 | 50 | 21,780 | 2,023 |
| 1 | 100 | 43,560 | 4,047 |
| 2 | 200 | 87,120 | 8,094 |
| 3 | 300 | 130,680 | 12,141 |
| 5 | 500 | 217,800 | 20,234 |
| 10 | 1000 | 435,600 | 40,469 |
| 25 | 2500 | 1,089,000 | 101,171 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a decimal in Indian land measurement?
A decimal is 1/100th of an acre, equal to 435.6 square feet or 40.47 square meters. It is the standard land unit in eastern India (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha). The term "cent" used in southern India is identical to one decimal.
How many decimals are in one acre?
There are exactly 100 decimals in one acre. To convert acres to decimals, multiply by 100. To convert decimals to acres, divide by 100. For example, 2.5 acres = 250 decimals.
How is decimal different from cent?
They are identical units. "Decimal" is used in eastern India (Bengal, Bihar) while "cent" is used in southern India (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka). Both equal 1/100th of an acre or 435.6 square feet.
How do I convert decimals to square feet?
Multiply decimals by 435.6 to get square feet. For example: 10 decimals = 10 x 435.6 = 4,356 square feet. Or convert to acres first (divide by 100) then multiply by 43,560.
What is the relationship between bigha and decimal?
It varies by region. In West Bengal, 1 bigha = 33.33 decimals. In Bihar/UP, 1 bigha = 62.5 decimals. Always confirm the local definition of bigha when dealing with land transactions in different Indian states.
Is this calculator accurate for legal property documents?
This calculator uses the standard definition (1 acre = 100 decimals = 43,560 sq ft). For legal documents, always verify with a licensed surveyor as regional variations may apply to units like bigha and katha.