Bigha

Context
The Assam government recently completed an eviction drive to clear alleged encroachment from around 6,200 bighas (nearly 830 hectares) of land in Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuary, affecting 710 families.
About Bigha
Bigha is a traditional unit of land measurement used in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
Mainly used for agricultural land, sometimes for residential plots.
Originates from the Sanskrit word “vigraha” meaning division.
Used historically for cultivation, taxation, and trade before modern units.
No uniform size; measurement varies across regions.
Commonly used in Indian states like Assam, Bihar, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, etc.
Sub-units: Katha, Biswa, Nalli (region-specific).