Area Unit Converter – Marla, Kanal, Acre, Square Feet Calculator

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Buying or selling property in Pakistan can be confusing because of the different land measurement units used across regions. Whether you’re dealing in marla, kanal, acre, square feet, or hectares, understanding these conversions is critical for making informed real estate decisions.

Our Area Unit Converter Tool (above) provides instant, accurate results. In this guide, we’ll explain the history, regional variations, and practical examples of land measurement in Pakistan.

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🏠 Traditional vs. Modern Land Measurement in Pakistan

Pakistan’s land measurement system is a mix of:

• Traditional units: Marla, Kanal, Karam, and Acre
• Modern metric units: Square feet (sq ft), Square meters (sqm), Hectares

Historically, rural landowners preferred kanal and marla, while modern housing societies now also use square feet for clarity in sales and construction.

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📍 Regional Differences in Land Measurement

One of the biggest challenges is that marla and kanal sizes vary depending on the city or province:

• Lahore & Punjab standard:
  • 1 Marla = 225 sq ft
  • 1 Kanal = 4,500 sq ft (20 marlas)
• Islamabad CDA standard:
  • 1 Marla = 272 sq ft
  • 1 Kanal = 5,445 sq ft
• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) rural standard:
  • 1 Kanal = 5,400 sq ft

👉 This means a 5 Marla house in Lahore is not always the same as a 5 Marla house in Islamabad — a key point buyers must remember.

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📊 Common Plot Sizes in Pakistan

Real estate developers often sell property in standardized plot sizes. Some popular categories include:

• 3 Marla House → ~675 sq ft (Lahore standard)
• 5 Marla House → ~1,125 sq ft
• 10 Marla House → ~2,250 sq ft
• 1 Kanal House → ~4,500 sq ft
• 2 Kanal House → ~9,000 sq ft
• 1 Acre Farmhouse → ~43,560 sq ft

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📐 Practical Example – How to Calculate Plot Size

Suppose you’re buying a 1,500 sq ft plot in Lahore. Using the Area Unit Converter:

• 1,500 sq ft ÷ 225 (1 marla) = 6.66 marlas
• 1,500 sq ft ÷ 4,500 (1 kanal) = 0.33 kanal

So, the plot is roughly a 6.6 Marla property.

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📖 Conversion Reference Table

Unit	Equivalent in Square Feet	Equivalent in Marla (Lahore)	Equivalent in Kanal (Lahore)
1 Marla	225 sq ft	1 Marla	0.05 Kanal
1 Kanal	4,500 sq ft	20 Marlas	1 Kanal
1 Acre	43,560 sq ft	193.6 Marlas	8.7 Kanals
1 Hectare	107,639 sq ft	478 Marlas	23.9 Kanals

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many square feet are in 1 acre?

A: 1 acre = 43,560 sq ft.

Q2. How many marlas are there in 1 kanal?

A: 1 kanal = 20 marlas (Lahore standard).

Q3. How many kanals are there in 1 acre?

A: 1 acre ≈ 8.7 kanals.

Q4. What is the difference between marla and kanal?

A: A marla is a smaller unit (225 sq ft in Lahore), while a kanal equals 20 marlas.

Q5. How do I calculate plot size in marla/kanal/acre?

A: Use our free Area Unit Converter Tool above — just enter your plot’s size in sq ft or sq yd.

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🏡 Why Land Measurement Matters in Real Estate

• Transparency in transactions → ensures buyers know what they’re paying for
• Construction planning → architects use sq ft for accurate drawings
• Legal clarity → registry papers often use traditional units (kanal, marla)
• Regional variations → knowing city-specific standards prevents overpaying

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