Marla to Square Feet Converter

Convert Marla to Square Feet instantly for land measurement in Pakistan and India

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About Marla and Square Feet Conversion

Marla and Square Feet are land measurement units commonly used in South Asia. Understanding the conversion between these units is essential for property transactions, land documentation, and construction planning.

What is Marla?

Marla is a traditional unit of area used in Pakistan, India (particularly Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh). One Marla is standardized as 272.25 square feet or 25.29 square meters. It is 1/20th of a Kanal.

What is Square Feet?

Square Feet (sq ft) is a unit of area measurement commonly used in the United States, United Kingdom, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and many other countries. One square foot is equal to a square measuring 1 foot on each side.

Conversion Formula

Where 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft:

  • 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft (1 × 272.25)
  • 20 Marla = 5445 sq ft
  • 1 Kanal = 20 Marla

Note: Marla is a standardized unit (1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft) widely used in Pakistan and the Indian subcontinent. 20 Marla = 1 Kanal.

💡 Real World Examples

🏡 Residential Plot

Scenario: You have a plot measuring 5 Marla.

Conversion: 5 Marla = 1,361.25 sq ft = 126.45 sq m

🏗️ Construction Project

Scenario: 10 Marla construction area.

Conversion: 10 Marla = 2,722.50 sq ft = 0.5 Kanal

🏢 Commercial Space

Scenario: 20 Marla commercial space (1 Kanal).

Conversion: 20 Marla = 5,445 sq ft = 505.80 sq m

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marla?
Marla is a traditional unit of area used in Pakistan, India (particularly Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh). One Marla is standardized as 272.25 square feet or 25.29 square meters. It is 1/20th of a Kanal.
How to convert Marla to Square Feet?
To convert Marla to Square Feet, multiply the Marla value by 272.25. Formula: Square Feet = Marla × 272.25. For example, 10 Marla = 10 × 272.25 = 2,722.5 sq ft.
How many Square Feet in 1 Marla?
1 Marla is equal to 272.25 Square Feet. Square Feet is a standardized unit.
How many Marla in 1 Kanal?
1 Kanal is equal to 20 Marla. Therefore, 1 Kanal = 20 Marla = 5,445 square feet.