Satak/Shotangsha to Katha Converter

Satak and Shotangsha are the same unit. Convert Satak/Shotangsha to Katha instantly for land measurement in Bihar, Jharkhand and other regions

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Result in Katha
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Formula: 1 Satak = 0.605 Katha
Using the West Bengal / Bangladesh standard. Different region? BiharAssam
Square Feet
435.6 sq ft
Square Meter
40.47 sq m
Decimal
1 decimal
Bigha
0.0303 bigha

💡 Equivalent Units

Satak, Shotangsha, Disim, and Decimal are the same unit - known by different names in different regions.

1 Satak = 1 Shotangsha = 1 Disim = 1 Decimal = 435.6 sq ft

Common Satak to Katha Conversions

Common conversion values from Satak to Katha and Square Feet
SatakKathaSquare Feet
1 Satak0.605 Katha435.6 Square Feet
2 Satak1.210 Katha871.2 Square Feet
5 Satak3.025 Katha2,178 Square Feet
10 Satak6.050 Katha4,356 Square Feet
20 Satak12.100 Katha8,712 Square Feet
50 Satak30.250 Katha21,780 Square Feet
100 Satak60.500 Katha43,560 Square Feet
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Important: Satak = Shotangsha = Decimal

Satak, Shotangsha, and Decimal are all the same unit! Different regions use different names for this identical unit of land measurement.

1 Satak = 1 Shotangsha = 1 Decimal = 435.6 sq ft = 1/100th of an Acre

About Satak/Shotangsha and Katha Conversion

Satak (also known as Shotangsha or Decimal) and Katha are traditional land measurement units commonly used in India, particularly in Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Bangladesh. Understanding the conversion between these units is essential for property transactions and land documentation.

What is Satak?

Satak (also spelled as Shatak or Shotangsha) is a unit of area measurement used in Bihar and Jharkhand. Different regions use different names for this same unit. One Satak is equal to 435.6 square feet or one Decimal. It is 1/100th of an Acre.

What is Katha?

Katha (also spelled as Kattha or Cottah) is a traditional unit of area used mainly in Bangladesh, West Bengal, Assam, and Bihar. The value of one Katha varies by region:

  • West Bengal & Bangladesh: 1 Katha = 720 sq ft (1/20th of a Bigha)
  • Assam: 1 Katha = 2,880 sq ft
  • Bihar: 1 Katha = 1,361.25 sq ft (varies)

Conversion Formula

Based on West Bengal/Bangladesh standard where 1 Katha = 720 sq ft:

  • 1 Satak = 0.605 Katha (435.6 ÷ 720)
  • 1 Katha = 1.653 Satak (720 ÷ 435.6)

Note: Katha values vary significantly by region. This converter uses the West Bengal/Bangladesh standard (1 Katha = 720 sq ft). For other regions, please verify with local authorities.

💡 Real World Examples

🏡 Residential Plot

Scenario: You're buying a residential plot in Patna, Bihar measuring 25 Satak.

Conversion: 25 Satak = 15.125 Katha = 10,890 sq ft

🌾 Agricultural Land

Scenario: Converting 100 Satak of farmland measurement for documentation.

Conversion: 100 Satak = 60.5 Katha = 1 Acre = 43,560 sq ft

🏢 Commercial Property

Scenario: A commercial plot in Ranchi, Jharkhand measures 50 Satak.

Conversion: 50 Satak = 30.25 Katha = 21,780 sq ft

🔒 Accuracy & Reliability

Our converter uses verified conversion rates based on official land records and regional standards.

Last Updated: September 18, 2026

Conversion Standard: West Bengal/Bangladesh

✓Source: Land & Land Reforms Department, Government of West Bengal
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

⭐ Are Satak and Shotangsha the same?
Yes, Satak, Shotangsha, and Decimal are all the same land measurement unit! Different regions use different names for this identical unit. 1 Satak = 1 Shotangsha = 1 Decimal = 435.6 square feet = 1/100th of an Acre. In Bangladesh, it is commonly called "Shotangsha" or "Decimal", while in Bihar and Jharkhand it is called "Satak".
What is Satak?
Satak (also spelled as Shatak, Shotangsha) is a unit of area measurement used in Bihar and Jharkhand, India. Different regions use different names for this same unit. One Satak is equal to 435.6 square feet and 0.605 Katha (based on West Bengal/Bangladesh standard where 1 Katha = 720 sq ft).
What is Katha?
Katha is a unit of land measurement used in Eastern India (West Bengal, Bihar), Bangladesh, and Nepal. In West Bengal and Bangladesh, 1 Katha = 720 square feet. In Bihar, 1 Katha = 1,361 square feet. In Assam, 1 Katha = 2,880 square feet. A Bigha is typically equal to 20 Kathas.
How to convert Satak to Katha?
To convert Satak to Katha, multiply the Satak value by 0.605 (based on West Bengal/Bangladesh standard where 1 Katha = 720 sq ft). Formula: Katha = Satak × 0.605. For example, 10 Satak = 10 × 0.605 = 6.05 Katha.
How many Katha in 1 Satak?
1 Satak is equal to 0.605 Katha (based on West Bengal/Bangladesh standard where 1 Katha = 720 square feet). The exact conversion may vary slightly depending on the regional standard used.