Land Measurement Guide in Pakistan: Marla, Kanal, Square Feet, and Square Yards

It is essential to know how to measure land in Pakistan. You must know this measurement if you want to buy, sell, or trade in property there. Marla, kanal, square feet, square yards, and gaz are the most often used measures in Pakistan. Many people browse the internet in order to learn the variations and conversions among these units. 

The most often asked land conversion questions will be clarified in simple, straightforward language in this article so that you may handle property affairs with better judgment. 

Marlas are in One Kanal 

This is one of the most common measurements, which everyone must know:  

How many marlas are in one kanal? 
The answer is simple: 
1 kanal = 20 marla 

This is the standard used in most areas of Pakistan. So, if a property is one kanal in size, it means it contains twenty marla. 

Kanal to Marla Conversion 

To convert a kanal into a marla, you can multiply the number of kanals by 20. 
For example: 

• 1 kanal = 20 marla 
   
• 2 kanal = 40 marla 
   
• 3 kanal = 60 marla 

This conversion is useful when calculating the total size of a property that is listed in kanal units. 

Square Feet to Marla 

Many people also search for how to convert  square feet to marla . In most parts of Pakistan (especially Punjab), the following standard is used: 

• 1 marla = 272.25 square feet 

If you want to convert square feet to marla, you simply divide the square feet by 272.25. 

Example: 
If you have a plot that is 500 square feet, divide it by 272.25: 
500 ÷ 272.25 = approximately 1.84 marla 

This formula helps when the plot size is written in square feet, but you want to know the size in marla. 

Feet into Marla / Feet to Marla 

This is another way to ask the same question: how to change the measurement from feet to marla. Again, use this rule: 

• 1 marla = 272.25 square feet 

So, for any area in square feet, divide by 272.25 to determine the size in marla. 

Square Yard to Marla 

Some properties, especially in cities like Karachi and Islamabad, use square yards. To convert square yards to marla, use this formula: 

• 1 marla = 30.25 square yards 

So if a plot is 100 square yards, divide by 30.25: 
100 ÷ 30.25 = approximately 3.3 marla 

Square Feet to Marla (Same as Above) 

To repeat for clarity: 

• 1 marla = 272.25 square feet 

If you want to convert square feet into marla, divide the total square feet by 272.25. 

1 Kanal to Marla 

This is another commonly searched question, and the answer remains: 

• 1 kanal = 20 marla 

Marla to Yards 

To convert marla to square yards, multiply the number of marla by 30.25: 

• 1 marla = 30.25 square yards 
• 5 marla = 5 × 30.25 = 151.25 square yards 

This conversion is often needed when a property listing is in marla but buyers prefer to know the size in square yards. 

1 Marla in Gaz 

The word "gaz" is commonly used in Urdu, and it means square yard in English. 
So: 

• 1 marla = 30.25 gaz 

This helps when local property dealers use "gaz" in their discussions. 

5 Marla in Square Yards 

Many buyers and investors search for the size of a  5 marla plot in square yards. 
As mentioned earlier: 

• 1 marla = 30.25 square yards 
  So, 
• 5 marla = 5 × 30.25 = 151.25 square yards 

5 Marla into Square Feet 

This is also a popular conversion. Since: 

• 1 marla = 272.25 square feet, 
  then: 
• 5 marla = 5 × 272.25 = 1,361.25 square feet 

So a standard 5 marla house or plot covers around 1,361 square feet. 

Summary Table of Land Conversions 

Why These Conversions Matter 

Understanding these  land conversions is important for the following reasons: 

1. Buying or Selling Property: You can easily compare the value and size of different plots. 
2. Construction Planning: Knowing the exact area helps in designing homes and estimating material. 
3. Online Listings: Many property ads use different units like marla, kanal, square feet, or square yards. 
4. Avoiding Confusion: Misunderstanding units can lead to wrong decisions or financial loss. 

Final Thoughts 

Although Pakistani land measurement terms may first seem perplexing, everything is easy once you know the fundamental conversions. Knowing how to translate between marla, kanal, square feet, and square yards will benefit you greatly, regardless of your position—buyer, seller,or  real estate agent. 

If you deal with property often, you could even carry a little conversion chart or calculator for fast access. Verify the local criteria always, since different provinces or housing societies may have somewhat different criteria. 

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