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Katha, Bigha, Decimal, Sqft, Acre, Hectare — BD & global land units.
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Land area, plot size and rent split calculators for Bangladesh
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Land Measurement Calculator
Calculate plot area from dimensions. Rectangle, triangle and L-shape.
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Plot Size Calculator
Net buildable area after RAJUK setbacks. FAR and floor area.
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Rent Split Calculator
Fair rent division for 2–8 roommates. Equal, by room or by income.
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Land Registry Calculator
Calculate land and apartment registration fees in Bangladesh — stamp duty, gain tax, local gov tax and VAT.
Land Measurement in Bangladesh
Land measurement in Bangladesh uses a mix of traditional and metric units that vary by region. The primary units are Katha, Bigha, Decimal (also called Shotok), Acre and Hectare.
In Dhaka, 1 Katha = 720 square feet and 1 Bigha = 20 Katha = 14,400 sq ft. However, in Sylhet, 1 Katha = 360 sq ft (half the Dhaka size), and in Rajshahi, 1 Bigha = 25,920 sq ft. Always confirm which regional standard applies before any land transaction.
RAJUK (Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha) governs building regulations in Dhaka Metropolitan Area including minimum setbacks, Floor Area Ratio (FAR), and height restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square feet is 1 Katha in Dhaka?
In Dhaka and most of Bangladesh, 1 Katha = 720 square feet. In Sylhet, 1 Katha = 360 sq ft, and other regions may use different values.
What is the difference between Decimal and Shotok?
Decimal and Shotok are the same unit — 1 Decimal = 1 Shotok = 435.6 square feet = 1/100th of an Acre.
How many Katha is 1 Bigha in Bangladesh?
In the Dhaka standard, 1 Bigha = 20 Katha = 33 Decimal = 14,400 sq ft. Rajshahi uses a larger Bigha of 36 Katha = 25,920 sq ft.
What are RAJUK building setback requirements?
RAJUK setback requirements depend on plot size and road width. Generally: front setback 5–7 ft, side setbacks 3.3–5 ft, rear setback 5 ft. Always verify with the latest RAJUK DAP guidelines.
What are the land registration fees in Bangladesh?
Land registration fees in Bangladesh typically include: Stamp Duty (1.5%), Registration Fee (1%), Local Government Tax (2% to 3% depending on area), and Source Tax/Gain Tax (varies by area). Additional VAT may apply to apartment deeds. Our Land Registry Calculator computes the complete breakdown instantly.
How is rent fairly split between roommates?
Common methods: equal split, by room size, or by income. Our rent split calculator supports all three methods.