MUDA, MURA

Language - Hindi

Telugu Word - ముటా మురా

A unit of grain measurement, varying in quantity across different regions. In Bombay, it equals 25 maunds, while in other places, it is 28 maunds. This term highlights the historical diversity of measurement systems in India, with variations in units like 'Muda' or 'Mura' across different regions. It underscores the importance of understanding local measurement practices when interpreting historical land records or dealing with agricultural transactions.