Plot Size Converter Pakistan
Convert between Marla, Kanal, Square Feet, Square Yards, and Square Metres. This calculator uses standard Pakistani conversions (1 Marla = 225 sq ft, 1 Kanal = 20 Marla = 4,500 sq ft) used across Punjab housing schemes
Introduction
Property measurement in Pakistan is a source of constant confusion. In Lahore and Punjab, plots are described in Marla and Kanal. In Karachi, listings use Square Feet and Square Yards. In Quetta, the term "gazz" (Square Yards) is common [citation:13]. This mismatch means buyers often struggle to compare two properties accurately — a "10 Marla" plot in DHA Lahore may have different actual dimensions than a "10 Marla" plot in a different scheme [citation:13].
What is this calculator?
The Plot Size Converter Pakistan converts between all major plot measurement units used in Pakistan. It follows the standard conversions used by housing authorities: 1 Marla = 225 sq ft, 1 Kanal = 20 Marla = 4,500 sq ft, 1 Square Yard = 9 sq ft [citation:6].
Formula
1 Marla = 225 Square Feet = 25 Square Yards
1 Kanal = 20 Marla = 4,500 Square Feet = 500 Square Yards
1 Square Yard (Gazz) = 9 Square Feet
1 Square Metre = 10.764 Square Feet
How to use the calculator
- Enter the plot size.
- Select the unit (Marla, Kanal, Square Feet, Square Yards, Square Metres).
- Click Convert.
Practical Pakistan-specific example
Example： Convert 10 Marla to all units
- Square Feet: 10 × 225 = 2,250 sq ft
- Square Yards: 10 × 25 = 250 sq yd
- Kanal: 10 ÷ 20 = 0.5 Kanal
- Square Metres: 2,250 ÷ 10.764 = 209.03 sq m
Common mistakes
- Assuming 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft (this is the old revenue record conversion, not the standard housing scheme conversion) [citation:20].
- Confusing Square Feet and Square Yards when reading listings.
- Assuming all 10 Marla plots have identical dimensions — actual dimensions vary by housing scheme [citation:13].
Who can use the calculator
- Property buyers： Comparing plots listed in different units.
- Real estate agents： Converting units for clients.
- Overseas Pakistanis： Understanding property sizes in familiar units.
Disclaimer
This calculator uses standard conversions (1 Marla = 225 sq ft) commonly used by Pakistani housing authorities. Some older revenue records use different conversions. Always verify actual plot dimensions with official documents.