The easiest way to convert Tripura's traditional land unit. 1 Ganda = 864 Sq Ft.
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1 Ganda = 864 Square Feet
Standard conversion used in Tripura revenue records
Sq Yards
96
Sq Meters
80.27
Acre
0.01983
Kani
0.05
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If you're buying or selling land in Tripura, you've probably come across the term "Ganda" (sometimes spelled "Gonda"). It's one of the most commonly used traditional land measurement units in the state — and it can be confusing if you're used to standard units like acres or square feet.
Here's the simple answer: 1 Ganda equals 864 square feet. That's roughly the size of a small residential plot or a large two-bedroom apartment.
The Ganda sits in the middle of Tripura's unique land measurement system. It's built from smaller units (Dhur, Kranta, Kara) and scales up to larger ones (Kani, Drone). Revenue officers in Tripura still use these units for official land records, so understanding the conversion is essential if you're dealing with property in the region.
Ganda is primarily used in:
Unlike Bigha (which varies wildly across states) or Guntha (used in western India), the Ganda has a fairly consistent value of 864 sq ft across the regions where it's used.
The formula for converting Ganda to Square Feet is straightforward:
Square Feet = Ganda × 864
Example: 5 Ganda × 864 = 4,320 Sq Ft
And to go the other way — if you have a plot measured in square feet and want to know the Ganda value:
Ganda = Square Feet ÷ 864
Example: 10,000 Sq Ft ÷ 864 = 11.57 Ganda
| Ganda | Square Feet | Sq Yards | Acre (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ganda | 864 | 96 | 0.0198 |
| 2 Ganda | 1,728 | 192 | 0.0397 |
| 3 Ganda | 2,592 | 288 | 0.0595 |
| 5 Ganda | 4,320 | 480 | 0.0992 |
| 10 Ganda | 8,640 | 960 | 0.1983 |
| 20 Ganda (1 Kani) | 17,280 | 1,920 | 0.3967 |
| 50 Ganda | 43,200 | 4,800 | 0.9917 |
| 50.42 Ganda | 43,560 | 4,840 | 1.0000 |
| 100 Ganda | 86,400 | 9,600 | 1.9835 |
Tripura has its own unique system of land measurement that's been used for generations. Here's the complete hierarchy from smallest to largest:
| Unit | Square Feet | Equals | Ganda Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dhur | 3.6 | Smallest unit | 0.00417 |
| 1 Kranta | 72 | 20 Dhur | 0.0833 |
| 1 Kara | 216 | 3 Kranta | 0.25 |
| 1 Ganda | 864 | 4 Kara | 1 |
| 1 Kani | 17,280 | 20 Ganda | 20 |
| 1 Drone | 2,76,480 | 16 Kani | 320 |
You often need to convert Ganda into units that banks, government offices, or buyers outside Tripura understand. Here are the key conversions:
| From Ganda To | Multiply By | Example (5 Ganda) |
|---|---|---|
| Square Feet | × 864 | 4,320 sq ft |
| Square Yards | × 96 | 480 sq yd |
| Square Meters | × 80.27 | 401.35 sq m |
| Acre | × 0.01983 | 0.0992 acre |
| Hectare | × 0.008027 | 0.0401 hectare |
| Kani | ÷ 20 | 0.25 Kani |
People often confuse Ganda with Guntha because they sound similar. But they're completely different units used in different regions:
| Feature | Ganda | Guntha |
|---|---|---|
| Square Feet | 864 sq ft | 1,089 sq ft |
| Primary Region | Tripura, East India | Maharashtra, Karnataka |
| Size Comparison | Smaller (79% of Guntha) | Larger (126% of Ganda) |
| Per Acre | ~50.42 Ganda | 40 Guntha |
Numbers alone can be hard to picture. Here's what different Ganda values look like in real life:
When dealing with land in Tripura, always confirm which unit the seller is using. Some areas also use Katha or Cent alongside Ganda, so verifying the exact conversion with local revenue office records is always a smart move.
1 Ganda equals exactly 864 square feet. This is the standard conversion recognized by the Tripura revenue department and used in all official land records across the state.
The formula is: Square Feet = Ganda × 864. For the reverse: Ganda = Square Feet ÷ 864. For example, 10 Ganda = 10 × 864 = 8,640 square feet.
Approximately 50.42 Ganda equal 1 Acre. Since 1 Acre = 43,560 sq ft and 1 Ganda = 864 sq ft, dividing gives us 43,560 ÷ 864 = 50.4167 Ganda.
20 Ganda make 1 Kani. The Kani is the next larger unit in the Tripura land measurement system. 1 Kani = 20 Ganda = 17,280 square feet ≈ 0.397 Acres.
Yes, Ganda and Gonda refer to the same unit. "Gonda" is an alternate spelling commonly used in Bangladesh and some parts of West Bengal. The conversion value (864 sq ft) remains the same regardless of spelling.
They're completely different units from different regions. Ganda (864 sq ft) is used in Tripura and eastern India, while Guntha (1,089 sq ft) is used in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Guntha is about 26% larger than Ganda.
Multiply the Ganda value by 0.008027 to get Hectares. For example, 100 Ganda × 0.008027 = 0.8027 Hectares. Alternatively, convert to square feet first (× 864) and then divide by 107,639.
A Drone is the largest traditional land unit in Tripura. 1 Drone = 16 Kani = 320 Ganda = 2,76,480 square feet = approximately 6.35 Acres. It's used for large agricultural estates and government land surveys.
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