Marla
Residential Base Unit
Marla is one of the most common plot-size units in Pakistan. On this site, we use the standard conversion of 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft = 25.29 sq m.
Reference Guide
Pakistan Land Measurement Guide
This guide explains the main land units used in Pakistan - Marla, Kanal, Acre, square feet and square meters - so you can compare listings, plans and official documents without confusion. Use it as the reference hub behind all of the converter pages.
Kanal
Larger Plot Unit
Kanal is used for bigger residential or agricultural plots. The core relation is 1 Kanal = 20 Marla = 5445 sq ft = 505.86 sq m.
Acre
Large Land Unit
Acre is common for farms, larger land holdings and commercial use. The exact relation is 1 Acre = 43,560 sq ft = 4046.86 sq m.
Square Feet
Pricing and Covered Area
Square feet are often used to compare construction cost, floor plans and price per square foot. Buyers use it to translate Marla and Kanal listings into a more detailed area figure.
Square Meters
Metric Comparison
Square meters are useful for surveys, maps, engineering drawings and official records. They become especially important when a listing is local but the supporting document is metric.
Why Units Get Mixed
Real-World Confusion
In Pakistan, one property ad may use Marla, another may use Kanal, while the map or file uses square meters. This is why quick conversion tools matter so much during buying, selling and planning.
Quick Formula Table
Core Pakistan Land Conversions
| Unit | Square Feet | Square Meters | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Marla | 272.25 | 25.29 | 0.05 Kanal |
| 1 Kanal | 5445 | 505.86 | 20 Marla |
| 1 Acre | 43560 | 4046.86 | 8 Kanal |
Help
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Marla in square feet?
1 Marla equals 272.25 square feet.
How many Marla are in 1 Kanal?
1 Kanal equals 20 Marla.
How many square meters is 1 Acre?
1 Acre equals 4046.86 square meters.
Why do Pakistan property listings mix units?
Because ads, maps, floor plans and records often use different measurement systems.
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