Land Area Converter
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Convert between all Pakistan land measurement units instantly. Supports Kanal, Marla, Sarsai, Biswa, Bigha, Killa, Acre, Murabba, Hectare, Square Feet, Square Yards, and Square Meters. Select your marla standard (225 / 250 / 272.25) based on your city or housing society.
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Pakistan Land Measurement Units — Complete Guide
Pakistan uses a unique system of land measurement that combines traditional units like Kanal, Marla, Bigha, and Murabba with standard international units like Acre, Hectare, and Square Feet. Understanding these units is essential for anyone buying, selling, or inheriting property in Pakistan, especially in Punjab where the Patwari system is most active.
Kanal and Marla — The Foundation of Pakistan Land Measurement
The Kanal-Marla system is the backbone of land measurement in Pakistan, particularly in Punjab. The relationship is fixed: 1 Kanal = 20 Marla. However, the actual size of a Marla in square feet varies depending on the standard used in your city or housing society. This is the single most important thing to understand about Pakistan land measurement.
- 272.25 sq ft (Big Marla / Revenue Standard): Used in Punjab revenue records (Patwari/Fard, Jamabandi), LDA-approved schemes, and older areas of Lahore, Faisalabad, and Multan. This is the official standard for agricultural land and government records.
- 250 sq ft (Intermediate): Found in some older satellite town schemes and certain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Less common but still in use.
- 225 sq ft (Small Marla / Urban Standard): Used by DHA (all cities), Bahria Town, CDA Islamabad, and most modern private housing societies. This is the standard for urban residential plots in major cities.
Sarsai — The Building Block
Sarsai (also called square Karam) is the smallest traditional area unit. 1 Sarsai = 30.25 sq ft (one Karam × one Karam, where 1 Karam = 5.5 ft). There are 9 Sarsai in 1 Marla (at the 272.25 standard). Patwaris still use Sarsai for precise measurements in revenue records, especially when measuring agricultural land.
Biswa, Bigha, and Jareb — Intermediate Units
These intermediate units are commonly used in agricultural contexts:
- Biswa: 1 Biswa = 4 Marla = 1,089 sq ft (at 272.25 standard). Used in some revenue records and land transactions.
- Bigha (Bega): 1 Bigha = 4 Kanal = 80 Marla = 21,780 sq ft. This is exactly half an acre. Bigha is commonly used in rural Punjab for agricultural land measurement.
- Jareb (Jarib): 1 Jareb = 4 Kanal = 0.5 Acre. The term comes from the measuring chain (Jareb) used by Patwaris. It is interchangeable with Bigha in most contexts.
Killa, Acre, and Murabba — Large Land Units
These are the larger units used for agricultural and commercial land:
- Killa: 1 Killa = 1 Acre = 8 Kanal = 43,560 sq ft. In revenue records, a standard Killa measures 36 Karam × 40 Karam (198 ft × 220 ft). Killa is the term used in Punjab revenue records for an acre.
- Acre: The international standard. 1 Acre = 43,560 sq ft = 4,840 sq yd = 4,047 sq m. Used alongside Killa in Pakistan.
- Murabba: 1 Murabba = 25 Acres = 200 Kanal = 4,000 Marla = 1,089,000 sq ft. Murabba is the largest traditional unit and is used for large agricultural land holdings. A Murabba is a square of 36 Karam × 40 Karam × 25 (the standard Killa grid).
Hectare — The Metric Standard
1 Hectare = 10,000 sq m = 107,639 sq ft ≈ 2.471 Acres. The Hectare is the metric standard used in official documents and by the Pakistan government for agricultural statistics. It is slowly replacing traditional units in some official contexts.
Example — Why Marla Standards Matter: A 5 Marla plot in DHA Lahore (225 standard) is 1,125 sq ft, while a 5 Marla plot in an LDA scheme (272.25 standard) is 1,361 sq ft — a difference of 236 sq ft. At PKR 5,000 per sq ft, that is a PKR 11.8 Lakh difference in property value. Always check your property documents (Fard, Jamabandi, or sale deed) to confirm which standard applies.
City-by-City Marla Standard Guide
Different cities and housing societies use different marla standards. Here is a quick guide:
- Lahore: 272.25 (LDA/revenue records), 225 (DHA Lahore, Bahria Town Lahore). LDA-approved schemes use 272.25; DHA and Bahria use 225.
- Islamabad: 225 (CDA, DHA, Bahria Town, Capital Smart City). CDA uses 225 across all sectors.
- Karachi: 225 (DHA Karachi, Bahria Town Karachi). Square Yards (Gazz) is more common than Marla in Karachi/Sindh.
- Faisalabad: Both 225 and 272.25 are used — verify with the specific housing society.
- Rawalpindi: 225 (DHA, modern societies), 272.25 (older areas). Mixed standards.
- Multan: 272.25 (revenue), 225 (modern societies). Similar to Lahore pattern.
- Peshawar: 250 (some areas), 272.25 (revenue). KPK uses mixed standards.
Zameen Ki Pemaish — زمین کی پیمائش کا طریقہ
Zameen ki pemaish (زمین کی پیمائش) means land measurement in Urdu. In Pakistan, zameen ki pemaish is done using traditional units like Kanal, Marla, and Killa. The zameen ki pemaish ka formula (زمین کی پیمائش کا فارمولا) depends on the shape of the land:
- For rectangular plots: Lambai × Chaurai (لمبائی × چوڑائی) = Area in square feet
- Convert to Marla: Total sq ft ÷ Marla standard (272.25 for revenue, 225 for DHA)
- Convert to Kanal: Marla ÷ 20
- Convert to Killa/Acre: Kanal ÷ 8
Zameen ki pemaish ka formula for irregular shapes: Divide the land into triangles, calculate each triangle's area using (Base × Height) ÷ 2, and add them up. For map-based measurement, use our Land Measurement on Map tool which uses the Shoelace formula for accurate results.
Zameen ki pemaish is essential for property transactions, inheritance division, and agricultural planning. Always verify measurements with a Patwari or licensed surveyor for legal purposes.
Marla to Gaz — مرلہ سے گز
Marla to gaz conversion is commonly needed in Pakistan, especially in Sindh and Karachi where gaz (square yard) is the preferred unit. 1 marla in gaz = 30.25 square gaz (at the 272.25 standard). Gaz to marla conversion: divide the total gaz by 30.25. For example, 100 gaz ÷ 30.25 = 3.31 marla. Use our converter above for instant results.
Land Measurement in Pakistan — Complete Unit Guide
Land measurement in Pakistan uses a unique system that combines traditional units with international standards. Here is a complete reference:
- 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft (revenue) / 225 sq ft (DHA) / 250 sq ft (intermediate)
- 1 Kanal = 20 Marla
- 1 Killa/Acre = 8 Kanal = 160 Marla = 43,560 sq ft
- 1 Murabba = 25 Acres = 200 Kanal = 4,000 Marla
- 1 Bigha = 4 Kanal = 0.5 Acre = 21,780 sq ft
- 1 Hectare = 2.471 Acres = 107,639 sq ft
- 1 Square Meter = 10.764 sq ft
Use our converter above to instantly convert between any of these units.
Simply select the unit you have from the dropdown, enter the value, and instantly see the equivalent in all other units. Use the Marla standard selector to match your city or housing society. The quick reference table shows Marla to Square Feet conversions for all three standards from 1 to 20 Marla. This is the most complete Pakistan land area converter available online.
See also: Kanal-Marla Calculator for adding/subtracting land parcels, and Marla to Square Feet Calculator for detailed marla conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Land Area Conversion
How many square feet is 1 Kanal?+
1 Kanal = 20 Marla. At the 272.25 standard, 1 Kanal = 5,445 sq ft. At the 225 standard (DHA/Bahria), 1 Kanal = 4,500 sq ft. At the 250 standard, 1 Kanal = 5,000 sq ft.
What is the difference between Killa and Acre?+
In Pakistan, Killa and Acre are the same size — 43,560 sq ft. Killa is the traditional term used in Punjab revenue records, while Acre is the international standard. Both are interchangeable in Pakistan land measurement.
How many Marla are in 1 Kanal?+
1 Kanal = 20 Marla, regardless of the marla standard. The relationship between Kanal and Marla is fixed. What changes is the square footage of each Marla (225, 250, or 272.25 sq ft).
Which marla standard does DHA use?+
DHA (Defence Housing Authority) uses the 225 sq ft standard across all cities — DHA Lahore, DHA Karachi, DHA Islamabad, DHA Multan, and DHA Peshawar. Bahria Town and CDA Islamabad also use 225 sq ft.
What is a Murabba in land measurement?+
A Murabba is 25 Acres = 200 Kanal = 4,000 Marla = 1,089,000 sq ft. It is the largest traditional unit in Pakistan and is used for large agricultural holdings. The term comes from the Arabic word for 'square' (مربع).
How do I convert Bigha to Acre?+
1 Bigha = 0.5 Acre = 4 Kanal = 21,780 sq ft. So 2 Bigha = 1 Acre. Bigha is commonly used in rural Punjab for agricultural land measurement.
What is Sarsai and how is it used?+
Sarsai (square Karam) is 30.25 sq ft. It is the area of one square Karam (5.5 ft × 5.5 ft). Patwaris use Sarsai for precise measurements in revenue records. 9 Sarsai = 1 Marla (at 272.25 standard).
Is Hectare used in Pakistan?+
Yes, Hectare is used in official government documents, agricultural statistics, and by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. 1 Hectare = 2.471 Acres = 107,639 sq ft. It is slowly becoming more common in official contexts.
How many square feet is 5 Marla at the 225 standard?+
5 Marla at the 225 standard = 5 × 225 = 1,125 sq ft. This is the most common residential plot size in DHA and Bahria Town schemes. At the 272.25 standard, 5 Marla = 1,361.25 sq ft.
What is the difference between Bigha and Jareb?+
Bigha and Jareb are the same size — both equal 4 Kanal = 0.5 Acre = 21,780 sq ft. Bigha is the more common term in rural Punjab, while Jareb refers to the measuring chain used by Patwaris.
How many marla in one acre?+
One acre equals 160 marla. Since 1 acre = 8 kanal and 1 kanal = 20 marla, therefore 1 acre = 8 × 20 = 160 marla. This is a fixed relationship regardless of the marla standard.
What is 1 murabba in kanal?+
1 murabba equals 200 kanal. Since 1 murabba = 25 acres and 1 acre = 8 kanal, therefore 1 murabba = 25 × 8 = 200 kanal. 1 murabba also equals 4,000 marla.
How many marla in one killa?+
One killa equals 160 marla. Killa and acre are the same size in Pakistan — 43,560 sq ft. Since 1 killa = 8 kanal and 1 kanal = 20 marla, therefore 1 killa = 8 × 20 = 160 marla.
What is the SI unit of area?+
The SI unit of area is the square meter (m²). In Pakistan land measurement, the square meter is used alongside traditional units. 1 marla = 25.29 sq m (at 272.25 standard), 1 kanal = 505.86 sq m, 1 acre = 4,047 sq m, and 1 hectare = 10,000 sq m.