Land units in Pakistan
| Unit | Equals |
|---|---|
| 1 marla (revenue) | 272.25 sq ft = 30.25 sq yd |
| 1 marla (most societies) | 225 sq ft = 25 sq yd |
| 1 kanal | 20 marla |
| 1 acre | 43,560 sq ft = 8 kanal (revenue marla) |
| 1 square yard (gaz) | 9 sq ft |
| 1 square metre | 10.764 sq ft |
Before buying property, confirm which marla size the society or land record uses: a "10 marla" plot can be 2,250 sq ft or 2,722.5 sq ft depending on it.
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet are in 1 marla?
It depends on the area: 225 sq ft in most housing societies and 272.25 sq ft in government revenue records. Some areas use 250 sq ft.
How many marla are in 1 kanal?
1 kanal = 20 marla. So 1 kanal is 4,500 sq ft (225 sq ft marla) or 5,445 sq ft (272.25 sq ft marla).
How many kanal are in 1 acre?
With the revenue marla of 272.25 sq ft, 1 acre (43,560 sq ft) = 8 kanal = 160 marla.