Kanal-Marla Calculator
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Add or subtract multiple land parcels in Kanal, Marla, and Square Feet. See the running total in Kanal, Marla, Square Feet, Square Yards, and Square Meters. Select your marla standard (225 / 250 / 272.25) based on your city or housing society. This is the most advanced Kanal-Marla calculator available online.
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Kanal and Marla — Pakistan's Land Measurement System Explained
The Kanal-Marla system is the most widely used land measurement system in Pakistan, particularly in Punjab province. Whether you are buying a residential plot, selling agricultural land, or calculating inheritance shares, understanding Kanal and Marla is essential. This calculator lets you add or subtract multiple land parcels and see the total in all common units — perfect for real estate agents, property buyers, and landowners.
Understanding the Kanal-Marla Relationship
The relationship between Kanal and Marla 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 most important thing to understand when working with Pakistan land measurements.
The Three Marla Standards
Pakistan uses three different marla standards, and using the wrong one can lead to significant errors in land valuation:
- 272.25 sq ft (Revenue Standard): This is the official standard used in Punjab revenue records (Patwari/Fard, Jamabandi). It is also used by LDA (Lahore Development Authority) and in older areas of Lahore, Faisalabad, and Multan. At this standard, 1 Kanal = 5,445 sq ft.
- 250 sq ft (Intermediate): Used in some older satellite town schemes and certain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. At this standard, 1 Kanal = 5,000 sq ft.
- 225 sq ft (Urban Standard): Used by DHA (all cities), Bahria Town, CDA Islamabad, and most modern private housing societies. At this standard, 1 Kanal = 4,500 sq ft.
How to Use This Calculator
First, select your marla standard. Then enter the Kanal, Marla, and Square Feet values for a land parcel. Click "Add Entry" to add it to the running total, or "Subtract Entry" to subtract it (useful for calculating remaining land after selling a portion). You can add as many entries as you need. The total updates automatically and shows in Kanal, Marla, Square Feet, Square Yards, and Square Meters.
Practical Applications
This calculator is useful for:
- Property buyers: Add up multiple adjoining plots to get the total land area before making a purchase decision.
- Sellers: Calculate remaining land after selling a portion of your property — useful for partial sales.
- Inheritance calculation: Add up all inherited land parcels and subtract shares distributed to heirs. Use with our Inheritance Calculator for complete estate planning.
- Real estate agents: Quickly calculate total area for listings that include multiple plots or irregular land holdings.
- Developers: Calculate total land area for housing scheme development and planning.
Example — Adding Multiple Plots: A developer in Lahore buys three adjoining plots: Plot A (5 Kanal, 10 Marla), Plot B (3 Kanal, 5 Marla), and Plot C (2 Kanal). Total = 10 Kanal, 15 Marla = 10.75 Kanal. At the 272.25 standard, this equals 58,533.75 sq ft. The calculator shows this instantly in all units.
Why Marla Standard Selection Matters
The difference between standards is substantial. A property listed as "10 Kanal" could be 54,450 sq ft (272.25 standard), 50,000 sq ft (250 standard), or 45,000 sq ft (225 standard). That is a difference of up to 9,450 sq ft — nearly 0.22 acres. Always verify the marla standard from your property documents before making any financial decisions.
Common Conversion Examples (272.25 Standard)
- 1 Kanal = 20 Marla = 5,445 sq ft
- 5 Kanal = 100 Marla = 27,225 sq ft
- 10 Kanal = 200 Marla = 54,450 sq ft
- 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft = 30.25 sq yd
- 5 Marla = 1,361.25 sq ft
- 10 Marla = 2,722.5 sq ft
See also: Land Area Converter for converting between all Pakistan land units, and Marla to Square Feet Calculator for detailed marla conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanal-Marla Conversion
How many Marla are in 1 Kanal?+
1 Kanal = 20 Marla. This relationship is fixed and does not change regardless of the marla standard (225, 250, or 272.25 sq ft).
How many square feet is 1 Kanal?+
It depends on the marla standard. At 272.25 sqft/marla, 1 Kanal = 5,445 sq ft. At 250 sqft/marla, 1 Kanal = 5,000 sq ft. At 225 sqft/marla, 1 Kanal = 4,500 sq ft.
Which marla standard should I use for Patwari records?+
Punjab revenue records (Patwari/Fard, Jamabandi) use the 272.25 sq ft standard. This is the official standard for agricultural land and government records in Punjab.
Can I add and subtract multiple entries?+
Yes. Use 'Add Entry' to add a land parcel to the total, and 'Subtract Entry' to subtract one. This is useful for calculating remaining land after selling a portion or distributing inheritance shares.
What units does the total show in?+
The total is displayed in Kanal, Marla, Square Feet, Square Yards, and Square Meters — all at once. You can see the equivalent in all common Pakistan land measurement units.
Is this calculator accurate for legal purposes?+
The calculator provides accurate mathematical conversions based on the selected marla standard. However, for legal purposes, always verify with your property documents (Fard, Jamabandi, or sale deed) and consult a qualified professional.
What is the difference between Kanal and Killa?+
1 Killa (Acre) = 8 Kanal. So 1 Kanal = 1/8 of an Acre. Killa is used for larger agricultural land measurements, while Kanal is used for both residential and agricultural land.
How do I convert Kanal to Square Yards?+
At the 272.25 standard, 1 Kanal = 5,445 sq ft = 605 sq yd. At the 225 standard, 1 Kanal = 4,500 sq ft = 500 sq yd. Use the calculator above for instant conversions.
What is the difference between Kanal and Murabba?+
1 Murabba = 200 Kanal = 25 Acres. So Kanal is 1/200th of a Murabba. Murabba is used for very large agricultural land holdings, while Kanal is used for both residential and agricultural land.
How do I calculate total land area when buying multiple plots?+
Use this calculator! Enter each plot's dimensions in Kanal and Marla, click 'Add Entry' for each one, and the running total shows the combined area in all units. This is much faster than manual calculation.
How many marlas in one kanal?+
There are 20 marlas in one kanal. This relationship is fixed and does not change regardless of the marla standard. 1 kanal = 20 marla, 2 kanal = 40 marla, 5 kanal = 100 marla, and so on.
What is 1.5 kanal in marla?+
1.5 kanal equals 30 marla. Since 1 kanal = 20 marla, 1.5 kanal = 1.5 × 20 = 30 marla. In square feet, 1.5 kanal = 8,167.5 sq ft at the 272.25 standard, or 6,750 sq ft at the 225 standard.
1 kanal equals how many square feet in Pakistan?+
1 kanal equals 5,445 square feet in Pakistan at the revenue standard (272.25 sq ft per marla). At the DHA/Bahria standard (225 sq ft per marla), 1 kanal equals 4,500 square feet. At the intermediate standard (250 sq ft per marla), 1 kanal equals 5,000 square feet.